Tag: British Overseas Territory

Friday, August 30th 2013 - 23:36 UTC
PM Cameron ratifies support of Gibraltar and the interests of its people

Britain will always stand up for Gibraltar and the interests of its people, David Cameron said on Thursday. The prime minister said it was something that mattered to us “very deeply”, as he held a meeting to discuss the border dispute with Spain.
Tuesday, August 27th 2013 - 02:41 UTC
Falklands’ lawmaker arrives in Brasilia for round of contacts to promote the Islands

Falkland Islands lawmaker Dick Sawle is expected on Tuesday in Brasília, capital of Brazil where he will explain the Islanders’ decision to remain a British Overseas Territory and give an idea of life in the South Atlantic archipelago, its economy and social achievements as a prosperous, democratic community.
Friday, August 23rd 2013 - 23:18 UTC
Falklands’ lawmaker begins round of contacts in Brazil’s main cities

Falkland Islands lawmaker Dick Sawle is expected next week in Brazil where he will be meeting representatives from the business community, students’ organizations and share lunch with a group of members of Congress, announced British ambassador in Brasilia Alex Ellis.
Friday, August 23rd 2013 - 23:12 UTC
Falklands’ oil companies banned 20 years from operating in Argentina by Cristina Fernandez

Four London AIM listed oil companies carrying out exploration work in Falkland Islands waters have been barred from operating in Argentina. The measure affects Borders & Southern Petroleum, Desire Petroleum, Argos Resources and Falkland Oil and Gas.
Tuesday, August 20th 2013 - 23:26 UTC
Malvinas debate: Ambassador Castro describes PM Cameron as ‘a fool and completely useless’

During a debate on the “Malvinas Question”, Argentine ambassador to the United Kingdom Alicia Castro launched a strong attack on Prime Minister David Cameron describing him as “a fool, dumb, and completely useless” politician, because of his comments when the election of Pope Francis.
Wednesday, August 7th 2013 - 16:03 UTC
The 2002 lost chance for the Gibraltar-Spain conflict according to former UK Europe minister Peter Hain

Former UK Europe Minister Peter Hain has said that the failure to recognise Spain’s historic claim over the Rock is the root of the issues Gibraltar has with its neighbours. Hain made his comments during an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme.
Sunday, August 4th 2013 - 20:58 UTC
UK reiterates commitment to Gibraltar and calls on Spain for a political answer to differences

The Foreign Office on Sunday reasserted ties with Gibraltar and its commitment with the British Overseas Territory sovereignty but at the same time called for a political answer to the current situation with Spain that is implementing disproportionate measures such as border delays.
Wednesday, July 31st 2013 - 16:34 UTC
The Times comes strongly in support of Gibraltar’s wish to be ruled from Britain

An editorial entitled ‘Spain should respect Gibraltarians’ wish to be ruled from Britain’ The Times on Tuesday sent one of its firmest views expressed in recent decades calling on Spain to form their policies around the concept of consent.
Wednesday, July 24th 2013 - 14:31 UTC
Falklands footballers win Bronze Medal at Islands Games in Bermuda

Despite a tiring 32 hours flight and encountering extremely hot and humid conditions the Falklands football team, playing in their 5th International Island Games competition, took home a bronze medal after defeating the small Norwegian Island of Froya by a 6-0 score line.
Friday, July 5th 2013 - 06:52 UTC
Falklands assesses impact of hundreds of new jobs as it develops the oil and gas industry

A more permanent integrated type of immigration for the Falkland Islands is a strong message that has come out of a consultation with Falklands residents, in the preparation for a socio-economic study of oil and gas development in the South Atlantic British Overseas Territory.