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CE and the UKCA standards: Finding a common approach for construction products

The UK has decided to continue recognising the CE mark for construction products, easing difficulties for businesses for now. To avoid problems in the future, both sides need to agree on a common way to describe and understand construction products.

Russia’s veto leaves 4.1 million Syrians in uncertainty, aid blocked

UK Ambassador Barbara Woodward expressed grave concern in the UN Security Council about northwest Syria as Russia's veto worsens the situation.

Ursula von der Leyen faces turmoil as senior EU commissioners depart

Ursula von der Leyen, the powerful President of the European Commission, is facing internal turmoil as several senior commissioners have announced their departures.

UK and India conclude 11th round of FTA negotiations

On 18 July 2023, the United Kingdom and India successfully wrapped up the eleventh round of talks to establish a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two nations.

Germany’s China strategy reveals plan to restrict research cooperation

Germany's China strategy, aims to withhold federal support from research projects at risk of a "knowledge drain" to China and improve awareness of security risks in cooperation with Beijing.

UK and Turkey initiate talks on new trade agreement

The UK and Turkey have announced their intention to commence negotiations on an updated free trade agreement (FTA).

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to support Ukraine

During the NATO Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak held a significant meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on July 12, 2023.

UK and Poland strengthen cooperation at NATO summit

During the NATO Summit in Lithuania, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Polish President Andrzej Duda held a meeting to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional security concerns.

UK’s PM Sunak and PM Rutte of Netherlands have a diplomatic meeting

The prime minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak, met with Mark Rutte, the prime minister of the Netherlands, had a diplomatic meeting at the NATO summit in Vilnius, Lithuania.

UK and US strengthen partnership and discuss global issues

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and President Biden discussed the Atlantic Declaration and progress in clean energy, minerals, and defence cooperation.

UK and US to help developing nations tackle climate change

UK and US: Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps and US Special Presidential Envoy on Climate John Kerry host a forum to mobilise climate finance for developing economies.

UK and Taiwan sign MOU to strengthen health cooperation

The UK and Taiwan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance their collaboration on various health-related issues.

UK and Japan sign historic agreement to enhance justice collaboration

UK and Japan: The Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary of the United Kingdom, Alex Chalk, and Japan's Justice Minister, Ken Saitō, have signed a groundbreaking agreement in Tokyo.

UK and Bangladesh join forces to boost trade and investment relations

UK Minister for International Trade, Nigel Huddleston MP, arrived in Dhaka on July 4th, with the aim of enhancing trade and investment relations between the UK and Bangladesh.

US rejoins UNESCO after years of abscense, signaling a momentous return

The US rejoins UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization in July, marking a significant reversal from previous administrations.

Welsh Pubs secure UK government funding to preserve community spirit

Welsh pubs have been granted £694,250 of UK government funding - from the Community Ownership Fund, preserving the spirit of local communities.

UK and Bahrain sign strategic partnership agreement

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and the Crown Prince of Bahrain, announced the signing of a groundbreaking Strategic Investment and Partnership.

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