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  • London 11 Statement on Presidential elections in Syria

    “London 11” core group statement says elections organised by Asad regime would be parody of democracy

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK Visa application centre in Dubai is relocating

    From 1 April 2014 our visa application centre in Dubai will be relocating to the 3rd Floor of Wafi Mall.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New RAF unit strengthens relationship with United Arab Emirates

    The RAF's 906 Expeditionary Air Wing (EAW) was stood up in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on 15 January 2013, marking a significant milestone in relations with the UAE.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Embassy and House of Fraser in Abu Dhabi

    Abu Dhabi selected as House of Fraser’s first international home and the British Embassy join forces to promote Fashion and Retail is GREAT.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Trade minister brings UK business delegation to the Gulf

    Lord Livingston has begun a 3 day visit to the UAE and Qatar to help cement the position of the UK as a long term trade and investment partner.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK Trade and Investment Minister arrives in the UAE to launch GREAT Week UAE

    UK Minister for Trade and Investment visits the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • IFSWF Secretariat to relocate to the City of London

    The International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF) has announced its decision to establish its secretariat office in the city of London.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Destination Dubai for Welsh food and drink

    Minister for Natural Resources and Food, Alun Davis visits Dubai for Gulf Food with nine food and drink promoters.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British expatriates - It’s your vote, don’t lose it

    Encouraging British citizens living overseas to register to vote in the European Parliamentary elections on Thursday 22nd May.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The Prince of Wales will visit United Arab Emirates and Bahrain

    The Prince of Wales will briefly visit the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain and call on the Royal Families on Friday 21st February 2014.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Healthcare UK celebrates a successful year at Arab Health 2014

    Healthcare UK celebrates one year of success, and maintains the focus at Arab Health 2014

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  • Lord Mayor of London drives greater business collaboration between the UK and the UAE

    Fireworks exploded from the Burj Khalifa and celebrations were held across the United Arab Emirates last November following the announcement that Dubai had been chosen to host the 2020 World Expo. In becoming the region’s f…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary's opening remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference

    In a speech at the Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference the Foreign Secretary says it now ranks alongside drugs, arms and people trafficking.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary's remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade reception

    In a speech at the London Conference on the Illegal Wildlife Trade the Foreign Secretary called for action to save some of the world's most remarkable species.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Hugh Robertson concludes his visit to the UAE

    Minister of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Rt Hon Hugh Robertson MP, concluded a highly productive visit to the United Arab Emirates on 7-8 January where he held talks with government officials in Abu Dhabi a…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • FCO Minister arrives in the UAE

    FCO Minister Hugh Robertson arrived in the UAE Tuesday 7 January 2014 to discuss bilateral relations and regional affairs.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Honours prominent Britons in UAE

    Three British Nationals in UAE were named in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II New Year’s Honours List 2014.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK electronic visa waiver introduced for Oman, Qatar and UAE

    From 1 January 2014 passport holders of Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates can visit the UK for up to 6 months with an electronic visa waiver.

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  • UK government ramps up offering to support UAE investors

    UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) has widened its remit to include support for commercial investors from the UAE.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Emirati woman honoured for enhancing UAE and UK cultural ties

    Hoda Al Khamis Kanoo awarded the Order of the British Empire

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government