LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We warmly welcome the announcement of the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. We congratulate the United States, the Iranian government and all those involved, including Pakistan, Qatar and all other mediators, on this diplomatic breakthrough. This is a moment of opportunity to restore regional stability and stabilise the global economy. It is now vital that the detailed negotiations are conclu...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK thanks the Special Rapporteur for his update and for his work throughout his tenure. We are disappointed that the Eritrean Government continues to refuse to engage with this mandate.    We welcome the release of some of those held in arbitrary detention for political or religious reasons. However, many more remain detained in inhumane conditions, and we encourage the Eritrean Government to ext...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Rolls-Royce SMR wins race for multibillion-pound deal to partner with Videberg Kraft for Sweden's nuclear programme. * Major vote of confidence in UK innovation and government's Modern Industrial Strategy secured by government export campaign. * Deal to support thousands of skilled jobs, strengthen supply chains and deepen UK-Sweden partnership. Rolls-Royce SMR has been selected by the Swedishdevelopment compa...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: TheUKMedicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency(MHRA)and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) havetodayannounceda new liaison programme, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the regulatory partnership between theUKand the US. Speaking at the DIA Global Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, MHRA CEO Lawrence Tallon and FDA Deputy Commissioner Grace Graham announced the initiative to an audience...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Manila, Philippines- The British Embassy Manila hosted the King's Birthday Party on 9 June to celebrate the birthday of His Majesty King Charles III and mark the 80th anniversary of UK-Philippines diplomatic relations, first formalised in 1946. Over 500 guests from government, business, and civil society attended the reception. Speaking at the event, British Ambassador to the Philippines, Sarah Hulton OBE said: ...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On 16 May in London, the prestigious Royal Windsor Horse Show welcomed distinguished guests from around the world this year, including the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, whose presence added a special dimension to the event. During his visit, Mr Berdimuhamedov met His Majesty King Charles III and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, underscoring the importance of cultural ...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Deputy Minister of Education Mr Atayev, participated in the Education World Forum (EWF) held in London from 17 to 20 May 2026. The Forum brought together ministers, senior officials, policymakers, and education leaders from around the world, reaffirming its status as the leading global platform for education dialogue and co-operation. The participation of the Turkmen delega...
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Bona Vacantia have confirmed the final 2025-2026 accounts for the Crown Nominee and the report can now be found on the GOV.UK website. Accounts for the Crown's Nominee for the year ended 31 March 2026 - GOV.UK Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
LONDON, June 15 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Mr Peter Vowles has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, in succession to Dr Richard Montgomery CMG. Mr Vowles will take up his appointment during September 2026. Curriculum vitae Full name: Peter Vowles 2023 topresent Harare, HM Ambassador 2022 to 2023 FCDO, Transformation Director 2021 to 2022 Yangon, HM Ambassador 2018 to 2021 DFID, Director, Asia, Caribbean an...
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