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  • HMS Kent helps strengthen Libya-UK relations

    Royal Navy frigate HMS Kent has visited Tripoli to enhance relations between Libya and the UK.

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

  • UK urges all parties in Lebanon to prioritise national interest

    Foreign Secretary underlines importance of all parties working together for national interest in Lebanon as challenges from Syria grow.

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

  • Foreign Secretary marks second anniversary of Libyan revolution

    "We will stand by them today as they build a new state" - William Hague marks the second anniversary of the Libyan Revolution.

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

  • UK to contribute to ICC trust fund for victims of sexual violence

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague talked about the UK's efforts to combat sexual violence in conflict and the role of the G8 nations.

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

  • UK expertise to improve Libya security

    UK offers training and support from police and military to help deliver greater security to Libya.

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

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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

  • Foreign Office urges British nationals to leave Benghazi

    FCO Travel Advice urges British nationals to leave Benghazi in response to specific threat to Westerners.

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

  • New £14 million contract boosts Brimstone missile stocks

    A new £14 million contract will deliver hundreds of precision attack weapons to the RAF.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Libya

    Mr Michael Aron has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to Libya.

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

  • Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington has updated parliament on the Foreign Affairs Council and the General Affairs Council.

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

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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

  • Apache crews receive Afghanistan and Libya campaign medals

    Soldiers who fly and maintain the Apache attack helicopter have celebrated their achievements on operations in both Libya and Afghanistan.

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

  • FCO Minister shows continued UK support to Libyan people on trip to region

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt is on a two-day visit to Libya to strengthen UK relations with the new Libyan government.

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

  • Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington has updated parliament on the Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council in a Written Ministerial Statement.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister congratulates new Libyan Prime Minister

    Minister for the Middle East and North Africa Alistair Burt spoke after Dr Mustafa Abu Shagar was elected by the Libyan General National Congress as the new Prime Minister.

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

  • Acting UK Head of Mission in Libya announced

    Michael Aron, formerly Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Iraq, will be temporarily replacing Sir Dominic Asquith as Acting Head of Mission in Libya.

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

  • Foreign Secretary congratulates new Head of Libyan National Congress

    On Thursday evening , Dr Mohamed Yousef el-Magariaf, was elected as Chairman of the Libyan National Congress, which met for the first time last week following Libya’s first democratic elections in 47 years.

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

  • Landmark day for Libya: Minister welcomes first elected body taking power

    Libya’s National Transitional Council handed over power to the General National Congress, the 200-strong body elected in July in Libya’s first democratic elections for 47 years.

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

  • Foreign Secretary visits Libya

    Foreign Secretary William Hague visited Libya on 16 July, his fourth visit to the country since the revolution.

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

  • The UK and Libya are building a strong relationship across the board

    Minister for the Middle East and North Africa Alistair Burt comments on his meeting with Libyan Deputy Defence Minister on 14 June 2012

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