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Montevideo, December 23rd 2024 - 09:59 UTC

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  • Wednesday, November 6th 2024 - 14:16 UTC

    Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly moves forward on Starlink and VSAT licensing reforms

    Further details on the proposed licensing changes and current requirements are available on the Communications Regulator's website

    The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has accepted a set of recommendations from the Telecommunications Select Committee, aimed at making internet access more affordable and accessible through adjustments to VSAT licensing fees and potential domestic tariffs for Starlink services. These proposals will now be reviewed by the Executive Council, with a response expected within six months.

  • Wednesday, November 6th 2024 - 10:50 UTC

    No stopping Trump's way back into White House

    Trump was spending the night at his Mar-a-Lago residence before his victory is confirmed (Pic Reuters)

    Although there was still no official confirmation, the Republican camp was preparing in the wee hours of Wednesday for what appears to be Donald Trump's unstoppable march back onto the White House following victories in key swing states such as Arizona, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Even the pro-Kamala Harris outlet The New York Times reckoned Trump's victory chances stood at “over 95%.”

  • Wednesday, November 6th 2024 - 08:49 UTC

    Netanyahu sacks Defense Minister amid breach of trust

    Israel Katz is said to be of Netanyahu's utmost confidence

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday sacked Defense Minister Yoav Gallant amid allegations of security leaks that could have jeopardized Tel Aviv's war efforts against Iran and its terrorist proxies Hamas and Hezbollah.

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 15:16 UTC

    Falkland Islands to host Overseas Territories Prison Conference

    Stanley’s Police Station includes the new jail inaugurated in 2009

    His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service and the Falkland Islands Government are pleased to announce they will be hosting the 2024 Annual Overseas Territories (OT) Prison Superintendent Conference in the Falklands.

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 10:27 UTC

    Lammy says money reparations would be a simplistic way out

    Lammy said Britain is pursuing a new approach to relations with African nations

    British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said Monday in Lagos, Nigeria, that the so-called “slave reparations” called for by many former colonies were not about the “transfer of cash,” which would be a “simplistic press debate.” He argued instead that there were other ways in which 21st-century Britain could address the impact of such a “horrific and horrendous” practice of yesteryear, such as better trade relations with African countries.

  • Tuesday, November 5th 2024 - 10:09 UTC

    FAO regional forum on sustainable livestock starting in Punta del Este

    FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu is to appear through a video speech

    A regional conference for the sustainable transformation of livestock hosted jointly by Uruguay's Agriculture and Livestock Ministry and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is starting Tuesday at the exclusive beach resort of Punta del Este in the department (province) of Maldonado.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 21:27 UTC

    British opposition has a new leadership, and reaffirms its Conservative values and position

    Kemi Badenoch was elected by party members to replace former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

    The Falkland Islands Government Office in London sent congratulations to Kemi Badenoch MP on her election as Leader of the Conservatives and Her Majesty’s loyal opposition. “We look forward to working with you and your new team”, read the congratulations.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 19:01 UTC

    Falkland Islands represented at 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Australia

    MLA Biggs stated, “I am honoured to represent the Falkland Islands at this significant gathering of Commonwealth Parliamentarians

    MLA Pete Biggs will represent the Falkland Islands at the 67th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Sydney, Australia, from November 3 to 8, 2024. Hosted by the Parliament of New South Wales, this international conference will gather over 700 Commonwealth Parliamentarians, parliamentary staff, and decision-makers to discuss key issues affecting democratic governance.

  • Monday, November 4th 2024 - 12:17 UTC

    Minister for the Armed Forces to visit the Falkland Islands

    Minister Pollard’s programme will highlight both the strategic importance of the Falkland Islands in UK Defence

    The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has announced the upcoming visit of Luke Pollard MP, the UK Minister for the Armed Forces, highlighting the UK’s ongoing support for the Falklands’ security and self-determination. Pollard’s visit, which includes attending the Remembrance Sunday service, is expected to reinforce the enduring relationship between the Falkland Islands and the UK.

  • Saturday, November 2nd 2024 - 10:26 UTC

    Paraguay wants to strengthen ties with UK

    Ramírez and Matthews met on the sidelines of a convention in Montreal to address the Ukrainian War crisis

    Paraguay's Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano had a busy week in Montreal, Canada, where he participated in the Ministerial Conference on the Human Dimension of the Ukraine Peace Formula and met with British Foreign Office Director General for Latin America Harriet Matthews on the event's sidelines, among other engagements.