Tag: Hugo Swire MP

Monday, July 25th 2016 - 10:17 UTC
Falkland Islands' portfolio for Sir Alan Duncan

Alan Duncan KCMG MP has been appointed as Minister of State at the Foreign Office, responsible for Europe and the Americas. He replaces Hugo Swire MP, and will report to the new Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson. Sir Alan (59) remit will include NATO, the Americas, the Falklands, Gibraltar and polar regions.
Wednesday, June 22nd 2016 - 05:20 UTC
Swire and Ecuadorean foreign minister discuss Julian Assange's case in London

UK Minister for the Americas Hugo Swire MP, met with the new Ecuadorean Foreign Minister, Guillaume Long, in London on Monday to discuss assistance in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake that struck the Andean country in April.
Tuesday, May 3rd 2016 - 06:34 UTC
Falklands government annual reception at Lincoln's Inn on June 15th

The annual Falkland Islands Government Reception at Lincoln’s Inn in London this year has been announced on Wednesday 15th June.
Wednesday, March 16th 2016 - 07:04 UTC
Minister Hugo Swire: “The Commonwealth is no relic of the past”

Minister of State Rt Hon Hugo Swire MP blogs on the importance of the Commonwealth following his visit to New Zealand and Canada.Sometimes the Commonwealth is seen as a relic of the past. I argue passionately that it is nothing of the sort. The test is always the same – would we invent the Commonwealth today? The answer is that we would. It is an important organisation for the present and the future.
Saturday, December 5th 2015 - 07:39 UTC
London and BOTs reaffirm right to self determination and “countering hostile sovereignty claims”

The United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories have agreed to work together to counter hostile sovereignty claims and defend the right to self determination, according to a communiqué issued by the Joint Ministerial Council meeting in London which also touches upon the EU Referendum, tax and banking.
Friday, November 27th 2015 - 06:10 UTC
Cameron and Macri agree to 'strengthen relations' and 'to pursue a path of open dialogue'

Britain's David Cameron and Argentina's president-elect Mauricio Macri agreed to “strengthen relations” and “to pursue a path of open dialogue” between their countries after a phone call Thursday, Downing Street said.
Wednesday, September 16th 2015 - 09:24 UTC
International Day of Democracy: New UK legal expertise fund and Magna Carta global tour

Minister of State Baroness Anelay has announced a new £100,000 fund to enable other countries to benefit from the UK’s world-leading legal expertise, marking the International Day of Democracy, 15 September. At an event held at Gray’s Inn – at the heart of the UK’s world-leading legal scene – the Minister launched the ‘Magna Carta Partnerships’ fund.
Monday, August 10th 2015 - 06:21 UTC
UK calls 'outrageous' and 'unlawful', Spanish incursions in Gibraltar waters

Spain has been accused of an “outrageous” and “unlawful” violation of British sovereignty after boats entered UK waters in Gibraltar on Sunday. Helicopters were also flown over a beach on the British territory as Spanish police chased criminals on the water, a move branded extremely dangerous by the Government of Gibraltar.
Thursday, June 25th 2015 - 06:56 UTC
UK confirms interest in Latin America with the “Pacific Alliance Chevening scholarships”,

UK Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire has introduced a new set of Chevening scholarships for Latin America, the “Pacific Alliance Chevening scholarships”, arguing that the success of the Pacific Alliance forms an integral part of Britain's re-engagement with the region.
Wednesday, June 17th 2015 - 04:38 UTC
Falklands have a bright future and Islanders the resolve to face harassment and bullying

The Falkland Islands have a bright future, not without challenges, or harassment or bullying, but the Islanders will face them with the same strength, tenacity and resolve that helped them through the conflict 33 years ago, said Foreign Office minister Hugo Swire at the annual Falklands' Government Reception in London.