UK in Turkey news feed

Mid-sized business boost in Turkey

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT

The first UK trade mission to Turkey focusing solely on mid-sized businesses begins on 26 April.

Iran talks: seeking a peaceful and negotiated solution

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:19:15 GMT

Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt writes ahead of the E3+3 talks with Iran on 14 April: "The onus is on Iran to prove to us it is serious this time".

UK-Turkey relations

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:01:00 GMT

Foreign Office Spokesperson responds to publication of FAC report on UK-Turkey relations and Turkey’s regional role.

Friends of Syria meeting concludes

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 17:27:13 GMT

The second meeting of the Friends of Syria has taken place today. Foreign Secretary William Hague attended the gathering of the international community in Istanbul.

Turkey: Changes to tourist visas for British nationals

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:15:57 GMT

From 1 February you will only be able to stay in Turkey for a total of 90 days in a 180 day period.

Statement on visa applications in Iran

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:51:51 GMT

Foreign Office Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt updated Parliament on the latest information regarding visa applications in Iran, following the closure of our embassy in Tehran.

Britain and Turkey: a new special relationship

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 12:31:11 GMT

Foreign Secretary William Hague said the case for a strong bilateral partnership between Britain and Turkey has never been stronger.

Foreign Office Minister welcomes increased regional cooperation on Afghanistan

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:54:00 GMT

Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt attended the Istanbul Conference for Afghanistan on 2 November.

Foreign Secretary statement following earthquake in eastern Turkey

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 16:02:32 GMT

Foreign Secretary William Hague has sent his deepest condolences to friends and loved ones who have died or been affected, and confirmed that the UK is ready to provide assistance.

Minister for Europe welcomes EU enlargement progress reports

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:42:35 GMT

Minister for Europe David Lidington has welcomed the European Commission's progress reports on candidate and potential candidate countries to the European Union.