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  • New visa waiver valid from 1st January for UAE citizens

    Visa Waiver programme for UAE citizens effective from 1 January, 2014. This allows them to visit the UK for up to six months without a visa.

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

  • Foreign Secretary statement on the death of Nelson Mandela

    Foreign Secretary William Hague: Nelson Mandela was one of the greatest moral and political leaders of our time.

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

  • UKTI and Manchester Business School showcase UK training expertise

    The British Embassy in Dubai in collaboration with Manchester Business School, will host the UK Skills Expo on 5th December 2013 to showcase UK training expertise.

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

  • الخارجية البريطانية: حملة إلكترونية ضد العنف الجنسي في النزاعات

    تأتي الحملة الرقمية في سياق خطوات عديدة قامت بها بريطانيا عقب إطلاق وزارة الخارجية حملة ضد العنف الجنسي في عام 2012 بمبادرة من وزير الخارجية والنجمة الأميركية أنجيلينا جولي

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

  • Foreign Secretary congratulates Dubai on being named Expo 2020 host

    Foreign Secretary praises Dubai’s outstanding bid, and expresses delight at Dubai being chosen to host Expo 2020.

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

  • UK Skills Expo 2013

    UKTI Dubai is hosting the first ever Skills Expo to showcase British companies to training departments of major UAE organisations in an effort to promote UK expertise in this growing sector.

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

  • £35 million contract sustains RAF's precision weapon

    The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is investing £35 million to sustain the RAF's stockpile of Brimstone missiles.

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

  • David Cameron welcomes UAE Airbus deal

    Following the Prime Minister's visit to Dubai yesterday, his meeting with the Ruler of Dubai and discussions with Airbus, the company has today announced 2 major new contracts.

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

  • Red Arrows begin major Middle East tour including UAE

    The British Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, began yesterday 4th November 2013 a major Middle East tour that will include Dubai where they will take part in the Dubai Air Show.

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

  • Second Arab Forum on Asset Recovery, Marrakesh, Chair’s Statement

    Event brings together key partners supporting the recovery of stolen assets for the Arab Countries in Transition.

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

  • ‘London 11’ meeting on Syria

    William Hague speaks on behalf of ‘London 11’ after core group of the Friends of Syria and President of National Coalition meet in London.

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

  • GITEX Technology Week 2013: Francis Maude speech

    Francis Maude discussed digital developments, open data and how the UK is making the most of the information age at GITEX in Dubai, UAE.

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

  • Minister Francis Maude the UK Cabinet Minister speaks at GITEX's Big Data Conference today

    Minister for the Cabinet Office and Paymaster General the RT Hon Francis Maude arrives in the UAE.

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

  • Foreign Secretary announces Syria ministerial meeting in London

    Foreign Secretary announces ‘London 11’ Foreign Ministers to meet in London on 22 October to discuss Syria crisis and Geneva II.

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

  • UK companies offer full range of services to mining industry

    Countries wishing to develop their own mining capabilities should look to the UK’s world-leading strengths in innovative solutions, education and training provision.

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

  • Asset Recovery and the G8 Deauville Partnership with Arab Countries in Transition

    The UK's G8 is committed to support the recovery of stolen assets for the Arab Countries in Transition

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

  • Information Note: Changes to notarial and documentary services

    Following a review of the consular services offered by our Embassies and Consulates overseas, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office has made changes to the notarial and documentary services offered at its Missions overseas. T…

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

  • Information Note: Changes to notarial and documentary services

    Following a review of the consular services offered by our Embassies and Consulates overseas, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office has made changes to the notarial and documentary services offered at its Missions overseas. T…

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

  • Record number of UK companies are participating in Dubai Hotel Show 2013

    UK companies with dynamic products and services participating in this year’s Hotel Show

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

  • Emirati cyclist participates in Visit Britain's Dunes to Dales

    Emirati cyclist Abdulghaffar Al Khaja will depart today from the Arabian dunes to the Yorkshire Dales on a cycling trip inspired by the Grand Départ of the 2014 Tour de France.

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