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The very first of twelve openings across China to launch the UK's improved network of visa application centres.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
The Budget announced on 19 March included a tripling of Chevening places in developing countries for the 2015-16 academic year.
FCO Minister of State & Minister of State for International Development are publishing today a summary of UK's activities in Burma.
Foreign Secretary welcomes large number of Afghan men and women exercising right to vote despite intimidation and threats
After more than 10 years of campaigning and more than 7 years of negotiations, the UK ratifies the Arms Trade Treaty today.
UN IPCC release second report that deals with the impacts of climate change on humans and our environment.
UK visa customers will get a better service by using new international enquiry service to find information on the visa application process.
Secretary of State Edward Davey's statement in response to the IPCC Working Group 2 report on climate change, published on 31 March 2014.
William Hague calls on Assad regime to provide immediate humanitarian access to 9.3m people in need in Syria.
UN Human Rights Council says “systematic and widespread human rights violations in the DPRK” cannot remain unpunished.
Foreign Secretary and UNHCR Special Envoy visit Bosnia ahead of Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict.
Foreign Secretary William Hague backs UN resolution to respect Ukrainian territorial integrity.
British whisky and beer unveiled in China Food and Drink Fair in Chengdu
New agreement paves the way for the appointment of a clearing bank.
We are making important changes to the way we deliver British passports.
The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on President Xi, flight MH370, EU debate, teachers' strike and books in prison.
The guide provides a clear illustration of the British and Chinese governments working together to promote more Chinese overseas investment.
David Cameron made remarks after March 20 European Council discussions
Owing to an office wide IT upgrade, the Consular section Beijing will be closed for all notarial and documentary services from 27-31 March.
David Cameron has made a statement about President Putin’s actions to attempt to annex Crimea.
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