Envoys pay tribute to FCO official
The Departing Deputy Director of Protocol at the Foreign Office, Francesca Flessati, has been recognised with a lifetime achievement award. The deputy chief of protocol,…
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The Elder Statesman of Diplomacy
A tribute to the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps at the Court of St James’s, HE Mr Khaled Al Duwaisan GCVO to celebrate his 25…
Met boosts security for embassies
Embassy Liaison Officer Sgt Chris Brown outlines a new counter-terrorism project designed to enhance the safety of diplomatic missions and their staff Keeping London’s embassies…
The world in ‘chaotic stability’ at the end of 2018
The disruptive diplomacy of populist world leaders is making the world an uncertain place diplomats concluded in Embassy End-of-Year survey It’s been a year of…
All your Christmases
London’s diplomatic community got into the festive spirit hosting a number of celebrations to share their Christmas traditions over the festive season. Above image: The…
New Protocol Deputy Director
Alison MacMillan has succeeded Jackie Barson as the new Deputy Director of Protocol at the Foreign Office. Ms MacMillan joined the Protocol Directorate in October.
IMO honours Koji Sekimizu
The 2016 International Maritime Prize for 2016 was awarded to Mr Koji Sekimizu, former Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), for his contribution…
IMO Chief calls for ambitious reforms
IMO Secretary-General Kitack set out a bold five-year strategic direction and vision at organisation’s 30th Assembly session, the largest-ever gathering at IMO headquarters. Addressing a…
IMO Council elections hard fought
Months of intense campaigning came to a climax at historic elections for the International Maritime Organization Council, where seats in all three categories were contested…
UAE Embassy moves to Belgravia
The red carpet was rolled out for UAE Foreign Minister HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, FCO Middle East Minister the Rt Hon Alistair…