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  • UK remains a steadfast partner to Lebanon

    Minister of State for the Middle East Dr Andrew Murrison reiterates the UK's long-term commitment to a stong and prosperous Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • The Year of Education 2020: UK and Lebanon together for education

    The Year of Education 2020 campaign builds on the UK’s substantive education support to Lebanon, providing over $200 million between 2016 and 2020.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • UK trade envoy to Lebanon: Great potential for business

    I am pleased to visit Lebanon for the first time after my appointment as the PM's Trade Envoy for Lebanon, a country that has great business potential.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • UK and Lebanon sign trade continuity agreement

    The UK has today signed a new continuity trade deal with Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Calling for full respect of international law and dialogue in the Middle East

    Statement by Ambassador Karen Pierce at the Security Council briefing on the situation in the Middle East

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Lebanese Defence Minister meets UK counterpart

    The visit of Lebanese Minister of Defence Elias Bou Saab reflects the value Britain places on the relationship with Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Lebanese fishermen celebrate renovated harbour, thanks to UKaid

    The UKaid-funded rehabilitation and equipping of the Jiyeh fishermen port was inaugurated on 16 July 2019.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Rampling tours Tripoli: We stand united in the face of terrorism

    Paying tribute to the fallen and supporting host communities were the highlights of British Ambassador Chris Rampling’s visit to Tripoli, north Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex, accompanied by FCO Minister, Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon, visits Lebanon

    Countess of Wessex and FCO Minister Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon have completed a two-day visit to Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • HRH the Countess of Wessex ends a two-day visit to Lebanon

    HRH and Lord Ahmad attended the Queen's Birthday Party Celebrations in Beirut and met with senior Lebanese officials and project implementors.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • DFID Deputy Director visits UK funded projects in Lebanon

    Jonathan Hargreaves visited Lebanon and saw the positive impact UKaid funded projects are having in education, humanitarian and economic opportunities sectors.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK supports Lebanon's police force with new CCC room

    The Control and Command Centre (CCC) is equipped with state of the art equipment. It is part of the modernisation of the police force in Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • FCO Political Director in Lebanon, discusses security

    Director General for Political Affairs Richard Moore held meetings in Lebanon with Foreign Minister Bassil, Speaker Berri, and Genenral Abbas Ibrahim.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • World Press Freedom Day: Challenges and opportunities in Lebanon

    Celebrating World Press Freedom Day, British ambassador to Lebanon Chris Rampling and Canadian Ambassador Emmanuelle Lamoureux hosted a joint reception for Lebanese and Foreign media in Lebanon.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • General Sir Nicholas Carter visits Lebanon

    Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nicholas Carter said he's proud of the UK's strong defence relationship with Lebanon built on trust and respect.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Rampling visits Tripoli, announces new funding to MARCH

    We're pleased to announce that the UK will continue supporting great initiatives such as MARCH, with over £800,000 for community projects for peace building.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • HMS Dragon docks in Lebanon

    HMS Dragon is one of the world’s most advanced warships and the most successful Royal Naval vessel to conduct counter narcotics operation in number and size.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK’s position on the Golan Heights has not changed

    Statement by Ambassador Karen Pierce, UK Permanent Representative to UN, at the Security Council Briefing on UNDOF/Golan Heights

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK remain proud partners of the Lebanese army

    As part of the quarterly meeting of the land border security project, Ambassador Rampling affirmed that Lebanon and UK remain partners for stability.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Model interview rooms and enhanced CCTV for ISF inaugurated in Lebanon

    Ambassador Rampling and DG of the ISF Major Osman co-chaired the quarterly Strategic Project Management Committee and inaugurated model interview rooms, CCTV.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government