What the UK papers say on China - Media Brief Wednesday 25 November 2009 24 November 2009
Recent news and events
UK Supports Conflict-Sensitive Business in Mindanao 24 November 2009
A number of NGO and business councils, together with International Alert, have employed an innovative strategy to support the excluded to leverage the power of the business sector in potentially tipping the balance towards a lasting peace.
Afghanistan is number one foreign policy priority 24 November 2009
Speaking in the House of Commons, the Foreign Secretary paid tribute to the "bravery, commitment and professionalism" of UK soldiers, diplomats and aid workers working in Afghanistan.
UK support for Kosovo is robust and enduring 24 November 2009
Minister for Europe Chris Bryant voiced support for the first UK-Kosovo Investment Forum, which takes place in London, on Tuesday 24 November.
Afghanistan is number one foreign policy priority 24 November 2009
Speaking in the Queen's Speech debate, David Miliband said that Afghanistan is the biggest challenge of this Parliamentary session.
25 years of Chevening scholarships 24 November 2009
Professor Mary Kaldor of the LSE spoke at the Alumni Association event on the 18 November commemorating the 25th anniversary of Chevening scholarships.
Climate Change high on Commonwealth agenda 24 November 2009
Baroness Kinnock is visiting Jamaica on 23-24 November for high level ministerial meetings and to discuss many issues including climate change
FCO appoints Head of Digital 24 November 2009
Jimmy Leach is to join the Foreign and Commonwealth Office as the new Head of Digital Engagement.
Above the Water 24 November 2009
12 Leading UK companies in the water realm visited Israel in November 2009
Helmand Teachers Get Tested 24 November 2009
As part of the national Afghan Civil Service Reform and Restructuring program, 42,000 senior teachers across Afghanistan were recently subjected to professional examinations
