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UK-Poland partnership to provide homes and power to Ukraine
— Press release
The UK has announced up to £10 million in funding to support a new UK-Polish partnership which will provide shelter and power for Ukrainians displaced by Russian attacks.
UK and EU to formally adopt the Windsor Framework
— Press release
The UK and EU will meet to formally agree the Windsor Framework at the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee, chaired by the Foreign Secretary and the European Commission Vice-President.
Tackling the illicit drug trade fuelling Assad's war machine
— Press release
The UK and US have imposed sanctions on those responsible for the illicit captagon trade, which is estimated to be worth up to $57 billion to the Assad regime.
International Technology Strategy launched to guide UK to becoming a tech superpower by 2030.
Myanmar Armed Forces Day: UK announces fresh sanctions on aviation fuel and military equipment suppliers
— Press release
New UK sanctions will target those who supply the Myanmar regime with materials, including military equipment, which are still being used to attack its civilians.
UK affirms support for Romania and Black Sea region
— Press release
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly hosts Romanian Foreign Minister Bogdan Aurescu in London to sign a renewed Strategic Partnership and open a bilateral forum.
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