Philip Barton
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An important step towards a vaccine developed in the UK and manufactured in India.
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I congratulate PM
@narendramodi
and India on the inauguration of Asia’s largest solar plant in Rewa district in Madhya Pradesh.
UK is proud to have joined the India-led
@isolaralliance
to give over 1 bn of the world’s poorest people access to cheap, clean & renewable energy.
Glimpses from the solar power project that was inaugurated in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, this morning.
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Pleased to arrive in New Delhi this morning as the new British High Commissioner to India. Thank you to
@MEAIndia
and
@airindiain
for their help in getting me here.
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Honoured to present my credentials today to His Excellency The President of India - Shri Ram Nath Kovind.
I look forward to forging an even stronger 🇬🇧🇮🇳 relationship.
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Delighted to meet
@safridiofficial
at
#BritishFoodFestival
reception. Wished him best for World Cup.
#SportsisGreat
http://t.co/mSmGkrWchd
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The death of Her Majesty The Queen is a moment of profound grief and loss. Her exceptional dedication and international standing made Her our greatest diplomat. On behalf of
@FCDOGovUK
and the Diplomatic Service, I express my condolences to the whole of the Royal Family.
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I am excited to be taking up the role of Permanent Under Secretary in the new Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office.
I am also very sad to leave 🇮🇳 after such a short period as High Commissioner. I am extremely grateful to all in India for their incredibly warm welcome.
"I look forward to bringing together our diplomats & development experts to deliver for the people of the UK & act as a force for good around the world"
Appointment of
@PhilipRBarton
as Permanent Under-Secretary of the new Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office announced
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Delighted to be announced today as the next British High Commissioner to India. Looking forward to building up the partnership between the UK and India under Prime Ministers
@narendramodi
and
@BorisJohnson
🇬🇧 🇮🇳
@UKinIndia
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Completed my 14 days of quarantine today. Pleased to come to High Commission to meet
@UKinIndia
colleagues and discuss how we take 🇬🇧🇮🇳relationship forward.
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On behalf of Her Majesty's Diplomatic Service and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, I sent a wreath expressing our deep gratitude for HRH the Duke of Edinburgh's unstinting work for the UK overseas. He will be profoundly missed.
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Pleased finally to have arrived in India to take up my assignment as British High Commissioner - the greatest honour and privilege of my diplomatic career.
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My Op-Ed in today’s Hindustan Times: The deepening bonds between India and the UK | Analysis via
@htTweets
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Welcome
@trussliz
- our new Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.
From all of us at the
@FCDOGovUK
, welcome to your new role and we look forward to working closely with you to promote Global Britain.
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UK flag at half mast in memory of those killed a year ago in a horrific act of terrorism
#RememberingAPS
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It has been 30 years since the then FCO lifted the ban on LGBT+ individuals serving in the diplomatic service. Today on behalf of
@FCDOGovUK
, I have issued an apology. The ban was wrong, unjust and deprived many talented individuals of a career in diplomacy. [1/2]
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Delighted to be back in
#IncredibleIndia
. I have been lucky enough to live here twice - landing in New Delhi this morning felt like coming home.
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Today marks an important day to commemorate those who suffered and lost their lives under Nazi persecution. We must remember the victims of hate and racism so that future generations learn to promote truth and tolerance.
#LightTheDarkness
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Today is a bittersweet moment for me.
I am excited by and looking forward to my new role as the Permanent Under-Secretary in the new Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. But I will miss India terribly. It will always have a special place in my heart.
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Thank you
@ImranKhanPTI
for inviting me to
#SKMCHPeshawar
inauguration. A worthy project.
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Today we held a first meeting of the FCDO leadership team with
@DominicRaab
and our Ministers to talk about the new department’s mission: how we promote the interests of British citizens, safeguard the UK’s security, defend our values, reduce poverty & tackle global challenges.
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As the first Permanent Under-Secretary of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, I pay tribute to my predecessors
@SMcDonaldFCO
&
@NickDyerDFID
. I would like to thank them for their exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to public service over their tenures.
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On behalf of the
@FCDOGovUK
, I send my sincere condolences to Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family on the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. He will be remembered around the world with great respect for his loyalty and commitment.
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Great to see
@AmirKingKhan
again. Good luck with the new boxing academy & creating new champions for Pakistan.
http://t.co/lDl6FtGJif
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Great first virtual meeting with one of India’s captains of industry
@anandmahindra
- already a key partner for the UK.
We discussed strengthening 🇬🇧🇮🇳 trade and huge opportunities to work together as a
#ForceForGood
in healthcare, tech, e-vehicles and much more ahead of
#COP26
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Yesterday I unveiled a picture of
@JaneMarriottUK
, 1st female British High Commissioner to Pakistan. Delighted to see such a talented colleague step into this role & to add her picture to our mirror wall. I wish you all the best in Islamabad, Jane – I know it’s a fantastic job!
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Merry Christmas to all our brilliant staff
@FCDOGovUK
and to our partners around the world working hard this festive season.
Wishing everyone a peaceful and healthy Christmas.
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Today
@FCDOGovUK
honoured the memory of 23 courageous men and women who died overseas, serving our country and working for a better world.
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Today is
#WorldKindnessDay
. I have put kindness at the heart of my leadership of the
@FCDOGovUK
. How we do our work matters just as much to me as what we do. In a particularly testing year, I encourage everyone to be kind to others and to yourselves.
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Today marks the launch of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The merger is a real opportunity for us to bring together our development and diplomacy expertise, to ensure the UK is a leading force for good in the world.
Today we bring together our diplomacy and development work. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office will make the UK an even stronger force for good in the world.
#FCDO
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Pleased to welcome our new Minister for Development, Rt Hon Andrew Mitchell MP, to
@FCDOGovUK
as we continue to tackle the biggest challenges and improve lives around the world.
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Here at the
@FCDOGovUK
, Christmas starts with lighting the tree. Thank you to Norwegian Ambassador, Wegger Chr. Strømmen, for joining me today to mark the occasion and to 🇳🇴 for the gift of the tree! 3...2...1...🎄
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It is great to be doing my Yoga here in India, the home of Yoga on
#InternationalYogaDay
I took up Yoga about three years ago. It has helped my body physically, helped me mentally and enabled me to relax.
It is a great initiative by
@PMOIndia
to promote
#MyLifeMyYoga
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Thank you Bangladesh! I leave full of admiration for your development. The warmth of our friendships in Bangladesh are reflected in our vibrant links across culture, trade, security and more. Together, we will continue to forge an ever closer
#BritBanglaBondhon
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Earlier today, I recorded this video to share a sneak peek into how I was getting ready to present my credentials to the President of India.
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Great to march with
@FCDO_FLAG
and
#DiplomatsForEquality
today on the 50th anniversary of the first official London
#Pride
march. Proud to be part of this historic milestone and celebrate our fantastic LGBT+ staff.
#PrideInLondon
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This morning, Amanda, Millie and I joined
@FCDOGovUk
colleagues and families across the 🌎 running the
#GlobalMile
to raise money for
#MindCharity
.
#TeamPUS
#TeamDSFA
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My first visit as PUS! Delighted to be on a socially distanced trip to
@FCDOGovUk
base in East Kilbride. Great to hear from colleagues in Scotland about the huge range of work they do to be a force for good in the world.
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Good first meeting with
@PiyushGoyal
ahead of
#UKIndiaJETCO
later this month.
Bilateral trade is already £24 billion per year. We discussed UK and India’s shared ambition to deepen our trade and investment partnership.
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Happy
#IndependenceDay
to all my Indian friends and colleagues.
We congratulate India as it celebrates its 74th
#IndependenceDay
.
Today the UK and India share a forward looking partnership and a unique
#LivingBridge
of people – people links.
#स्वतंत्रतादिवस की शुभकामनाएं।
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On behalf of the
@FCDOgovUK
, I wish a very happy
#Diwali
to all those celebrating the
#FestivalofLights
.
May the lamps we light inspire happiness and wisdom over the year ahead.
Happy Diwali!
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I am really proud that today, on its first day, the FCDO has signed up to the
@BITC
Race at Work Charter. I am committed to putting inclusion, belonging and diversity at the heart of the FCDO. You can read more about the charter and commitments here:
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I am proud that
@FCDOGovUK
is working hard to become a more diverse and inclusive employer as well as promoting equality and human rights globally.
This evening our office in London is lit up in blue, pink and white to mark
#TransDayofRemembrance
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Thank you
@harshvshringla
for seeing me this afternoon for my first official meeting after presenting my credentials. Good discussion of how we take forward our Prime Ministers’ shared vision for the 🇬🇧🇮🇳 relationship.
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Today
@harshvshringla
and I agreed that a strengthened UK-India partnership will be a force for good in the world. We will work together over the next decade to tackle global challenges, such as
#climatechange
and security.
@JanThompsonFCDO
@MEAIndia
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I am delighted that so many of our top jobs
@fcdogovuk
are filled by brilliant women. The work to ensure we reflect the UK we represent continues. Take a look here 👇🏼
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I will always have a special connection with India. I leave here more convinced than ever that the 🇬🇧 🇮🇳 relationship really is an “unbeatable combination” - a forward-looking, modern partnership focused on tackling the most important issues facing the world today.
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•Congratulations to India on election to the
@UN
Security Council. UK looks forward to working closely with India for a more stable, secure, and prosperous world and as a
#ForceForGood
in tackling global challenges. 🇬🇧🇮🇳
@DRSJaishankar
@IndiaUNNewYork
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Today I welcomed
@harshvshringla
to London for talks on delivery of the UK/India
#2030Roadmap
. The 🇬🇧🇮🇳 partnership is going from strength to strength as we work towards our shared ambitions.
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At the first FCDO management board meeting today, we committed to building an inclusive organisation, making the most of our diverse talents and experiences. An inclusive FCDO will make our development and diplomacy work more effective.
#NIW2020
#InclusiveFCDO
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Great team effort from all in my office
@FCDOGovUk
today getting out to run the
#GlobalMile
despite the weather.
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As Head of His Majesty’s Diplomatic Service and on behalf of all colleagues in the
@FCDOGovUK
, we wish His Majesty a full and speedy recovery. Messages have come in from around the world wishing him a return to full health. Our thoughts and prayers are with the King.
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@AmirKingKhan
Well done Amir Khan for reaching out and connecting UK and Pakistan following the Peshawar tragedy. An important initiative.
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Great to meet
@VDoraiswami
today. After I welcomed the new High Commissioner of India, we discussed pushing the 🇮🇳🇬🇧 relationship to new heights.
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Congratulations to
@JoeBiden
and
@KamalaHarris
on inauguration day. Across foreign and development policy, the
@FCDOGovUK
looks forward to an ambitious new chapter in our relationship with our US friends.🇬🇧🇺🇸
Many congratulations to
@JoeBiden
and
@KamalaHarris
on this historic day. From climate change to trade and security, our two countries share a close bond and special relationship. We look forward to working with you on shared priorities as a force for good in the world.
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Last day yesterday as Director General Consular and Security in the
@foreignoffice
My replacement
@TomDrewUK
will do a great job. Thank you to all the brilliant people I have worked with over the last three years - through thick and thin - we have achieved a lot together.
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Delighted to host
@GreeceMFA
Secretary General Themistoklis Demiris for strategic talks in London today. Great to cover a broad range of foreign policy issues with our close partner. 🇬🇧🇬🇷
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Today is
#RemembranceSunday
, when we remember and thank those who have served to keep our country safe at home and overseas.
#WeWillRememberThem
#RemembranceDay
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Delighted to host Iftar reception at home today. Ramadan Mubarak to all.
@kdastgirkhan
@hamidmirgeo
@PakSpokesperson
http://t.co/g3VTROLGxH
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Delighted
@AlexWEllis
has been announced as my successor. It’s a great job and I wish him every success.
.
@AlexWEllis
CMG has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of India and will begin his role this month.🇬🇧 🇮🇳
@UKinIndia
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Brilliant to see latest Ebola outbreak in DRC declared over today. Congratulations to DRC Government and all partners on the ground. I am proud that UK aid helped bring this outbreak to an end: investing in global health security and protecting the 🇬🇧.
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Delighted to attend the 5th UK- Bangladesh Strategic Dialogue with 🇧🇩 Foreign Secretary Amb. Momen. Discussed our evolving modern partnership, including cooperation on trade, migration, security and climate. I also encouraged free, fair, participatory and peaceful elections.
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Today FCDO buildings were lit up in purple to show solidarity with Holocaust Memorial Day. We must never let history repeat itself.
#HMD2022
#NeverForget
The
@FCDOGovUK
pays tribute to the six million Jewish men, women and children murdered in the Holocaust, as well as all other victims of Nazi persecution and other genocides.
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It was fantastic to visit Bengaluru virtually and to meet
@CMofKarnataka
to discuss UK-Karnataka collaboration in the tech sector and deepen our trade & investment partnership.
Here's a glimpse of how I spent my day meeting people at the heart of the UK-Karnataka relationship.
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Fantastic to see
@FCDOgovuk
win in 2 categories at the
@civilserviceDI
awards: Advancing Race Equality & Advancing LGBTI+ Inclusion. Our 3rd nominee highly commended for advancing disability inclusion. Proud to lead a team fully committed to making the FCDO inclusive & diverse.
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In these uncertain times, the
@FCDOgovUK
remains committed to raising awareness of mental health, breaking down the stigma and supporting increased access to mental health services for people around the globe.
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To mark
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2021
, each evening this week, we have lit up the FCDO's King Charles Street building in green symbolising mental health awareness and to help
#EndTheStigma
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Great to meet telecom tycoon Sunil Mittal and discuss 🇬🇧🇮🇳 collaboration as the UK Government and
#BhartiGlobal
acquire
@OneWeb
.
This space tech 🛰 will help to provide high speed broadband access to rural areas
#GreatforCollaboration
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Delighted
@FCDOGovUK
Russia/Ukraine Economic Analysis Team have won the
#civilserviceawards
Evaluation and Analysis Award 👏👏👏👏🥳🥳
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On behalf of the UK my heartfelt condolences to all who continue to be affected by
#PeshawarAttacks
#RememberingAPS
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Proud that the FCDO, as a Disability Confident Leader, is supporting
#IDPD21
. Working to involve and empower our employees with disabilities/long term health conditions and those who are carers is key to our work on inclusion and leaving no one behind
#EveryoneIncluded
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Just touched down in Abuja. Looking forward to meetings focused on strengthening UK cooperation with Nigeria, as well as catching up with the
@UKinNigeria
team and my good friend
@catrionalaing1
.
@benllewellynjo1
and
@NigeriaGov
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I am hugely proud of, and grateful to, our LGBT+ colleagues – past and present - for their contributions to the work of
@FCDOGovUK
and everything they do serving their country around the world. [2/2]
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‘The Octopus’s Veil’ by Kenyan-born artist
#MichaelArmitage
. A great piece of contemporary art that merges the formal style of European art with East African subjects & materials. Now the centrepiece in my new office at the
@FCDOGovUK
. Thank you
@GovArtCol
!
#culturaldiplomacy
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Closer collaboration between the 🇬🇧 and 🇮🇳 means faster progress to strengthen security cooperation, end the
#COVID19
pandemic and fight
#ClimateChange
. I met Indian Foreign Secretary
@harshvshringla
today and we agreed to work closely together as a global force for good.
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Delighted to join HRH The Prince of Wales
@ClarenceHouse
today to visit the new
@BritishCouncil
global HQ in Stratford.
Great to see
#GlobalBritain
in action as we
#buildbackbetter
from the pandemic and boost 🇬🇧 cultural relations with partner countries around the 🌍.
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The UK is committed to defending freedom of religion or belief for all. Today, we lit up FCDO buildings in the UK in red to stand in solidarity with all people across the world facing persecution simply because of their faith or belief.
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Condemn blast in
#Attock
today. Thoughts with victims, including
#ShujaKhanzada
. UK stands with Pakistan in fight against terrorism
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Busy week with
@JamesCleverly
and
@FCDOGovUK
Ministers in NY at
#UNGA
. 🇬🇧 reinforced unwavering support for Ukraine against Russian aggression. Worked with partners on challenges including food insecurity, climate change, sexual violence in conflict and rights of women and girls.
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Humbled to visit Quaid-e Azam's tomb today on my final visit to Karachi before my departure.
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The
@OECDdev
have reviewed the UK's 🇬🇧 development effort – pleased they have recognised our contribution to poverty reduction and inclusion.
#UKaid
development co-operation and expertise is at the heart of the
@FCDOGovUK
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The FCDO is proud to participate in its first
#BlackHistoryMonth
. Across our global network, we will be showcasing the successes of Black colleagues; promoting better understanding of issues of race and ethnicity; and discussing how we become more diverse.
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Delighted to welcome our new Diplomatic and Development Fast Streamers and Economists to the
@FCDOgovuk
. I wish them well as they start their new careers.
#CSfaststream
#FCDOcareers
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Every day, colleagues across the
@FCDOGovUk
are working to ensure that everyone can live their lives free from discrimination and violence.
On
#IDAHOBIT
, we proudly fly the Rainbow Flag as a symbol of our commitment to defend the rights of LGBT+ people around the world.
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Great to be in Dhaka and see the city���s transformation since my last visit - a testament to the huge progress made by Bangladesh. Looking forward to getting down to business strengthening our historic
#BritBanglaBondhon
.
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Somalia is a vital and strategic partner, particularly when it comes to regional security and stability.
With Somali National Security Adviser we set ambitious goals for the year ahead.
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December has officially arrived! Delighted to be joined by the
@FCDOGovUK
Choir and our
@BCTGA
friends to light up our
#Christmas
tree in King Charles Street. Huge thanks to the BCTGA for donating such a fantastic 🎄 that will bring smiles to the faces of many colleagues.
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Today, at the eleventh hour, the
@FCDOGovUK
went silent in Remembrance to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
#LestWeForget
#armisticeday
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Congratulations to 1,000
@FCDOGovUK
colleagues in East Kilbride on the 40th anniversary of our joint HQ, Abercrombie House.
We are committed to bringing 500 more jobs to AH by 2025.
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A warm welcome to
@tariqahmadbt
who is conducting a virtual visit to India today to continue strengthening the
#LivingBridge
between the UK and India.
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Delighted so many brilliant
@FCDOGovUK
colleagues recognised in the Queen's New Year Honours list. Congratulations to all of them.
The Queen’s New Year Honours has recognised 153 people for their exceptional service to the UK overseas or internationally
A number of honours this year recognise outstanding contributions during the
#COVID19
response.
Read more:
#NYHonours
#Honours2021
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We are focusing
#UKaid
on 7 global challenges where it can make the most difference.
From girls education to science and technology, these priorities will help the world’s poorest people, while ensuring every penny spent achieves the greatest possible impact.
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Great to speak today with my Turkish counterparts, Faruk Kaymakcı
@frkkymkc
and Sedat Önal, as part of the UK-Turkey Strategic Dialogue.
Turkey is an indispensable partner for the UK, on the front line of some of the most difficult and serious challenges we face
🇬🇧🇹🇷
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I am delighted to congratulate all
@FCDOGovUK
colleagues recognised in His Majesty The King’s first
#NYHonours
. Thank you for all your outstanding work delivering British diplomatic, development and consular work around the world.
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Busy and productive first day in Dhaka, topped off with more great conversation tonight. Delighted to meet so many of our Bangladeshi friends and partners, all committed to the success of our modern
#BritBanglaBondhon
.
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