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  • Burma: an update on our defence engagement

    The UK government will continue to engage with the Burmese military to promote adherence to democratic accountability, international law and human rights.

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

  • Hugo Swire's speech at the Asian Affairs 20th anniversary event

    Minister for Asia, Hugo Swire spoke about our partnerships across Asia and the Commonwealth as vital for our security and prosperity.

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

  • Hugo Swire responds to letters on sexual violence in Burma

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire has responded to members of the public concerned about sexual violence in Burma.

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

  • Hugo Swire responds to letters on Burma's political reforms

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire has responded to members of the public concerned about Burma's political reforms.

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

  • Conserving ‘wild’ Burma

    UK government supports training for media on illegal wildlife trade awareness and launch of writing competition

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

  • "Great Day Out"

    British Embassy invites all to celebrate A GREAT Day Out in Burma!

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

  • Transit visa requirements are changing

    From 1 December important changes are being made to Airside and landside transit visa requirements.

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

  • UK welcomes conclusions of UN General Assembly’s Third Committee

    Baroness Anelay welcomes progress on human rights at the UN General Assembly’s 3rd Committee, and calls for words to be translated into actions.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister welcomes UN General Assembly Resolution on Human Rights in Burma

    Hugo Swire welcomes the resolution on the human rights situation in Burma which was again agreed by consensus at the UN General Assembly.

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

  • UK Supporting Development of Corporate Governance in Burma

    Broad agreement that strong systems and governance will be vital to ensuring Burma’s private sector can sustain itself, benefit from foreign investment and compete effectively

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

  • UK supporting Open Government in Burma

    Establishment of new committees a vital step as the country seeks to join the Open Government Partnership and reinforce positive reforms

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

  • South East Asia Prosperity Fund - call for bids opens 24 November

    The South East Asia Prosperity Fund will call for bids on 24 November for projects in financial year 2015/2016. More details to follow.

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

  • Hugo Swire's speech at the Asia Business Leaders Awards 2014

    Opening remarks from Rt Hon Hugo Swire, Minister for Asia, at the Asia House Gala.

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

  • Bank of England Trains Central Bank of Burma

    Tony Preston, Head of Prosperity at British Embassy gave opening remarks at Bank of England training at Central Bank of Burma on 22 October.

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

  • The Open Government Partnership set to move forward in Burma

    Community service organisations working in the field of “open government” in Burma to meet in Rangoon.

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

  • UK Trade Envoy Lord Puttnam visits Burma

    Lord Puttnam visited Burma to identify business opportunities for British companies and take part in high-level discussions on public policy and culture.

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

  • Responsible Investment in Burma Speech by the RT Hon Hugo Swire MP

    Speech by the Rt. Hon Hugo Swire MP, Minister of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office for a Responsible Investment in Burma event on Monday 8th September 2014.

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

  • Burma: Farewell to Chevening Scholars

    British Embassy Rangoon hosted a reception to launch the first Burma Chevening Alumni Conference and to say farewell to Chevening Scholars.

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

  • Boost for Burma with new UK funding

    Desmond Swayne announces new funding for Burma while on a visit to the country

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

  • New international development funding finder launched

    A new online tool will make it easier for organisations, individuals and businesses to search for DFID funding opportunities.

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