Thank you to everyone who joined our 10βyear Blue Belt celebration π
It was great to recognise #UKOT leadership, share the launch of our three new strategic pillars; Nature, Climate and People and welcome Montserrat as the latest member.
#BlueBelt10Years @GIUMontserrat
Stephen Doughty HC MP
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Labour/Coop MP for Cardiff S & Penarth | Minister of State for Europe, N America and UK Overseas Territories | gov.uk/fcdo π¬π§ π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ ΏπΉπ π³οΈβπ
- The UKβs Blue Belt @ukgovbluebelt programme is a real success story & partnership with our Overseas Territories we can truly be proud of - one that now includes Montserrat! π²πΈ Ten years since it began, more than 4 million sq km of ocean are now protected or sustainably managed.
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedWe stand withΒ Ukraine against Russiaβs aggression for as long as it takes. Pleasure to welcome @andrii_sybiha to London to discuss the enduring strength of our partnership, &Β efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation to deliver long-term security & prosperity for both our nations.
- Congratulations @NikolPashinyan on your election victory. The UK looks forward to working with the new, democratically elected Armenian government to deliver on our Strategic Partnership, strengthen regional stability, & develop closer relations with partners in Europe. π¬π§ π¦π²
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedSweden is leading a major new deal to get Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine. With over 30% of each aircraft built in the UK, it's expected to support over 5,000 jobs, more than 50 companies across Britain, and deliver a Β£500m boost to the economy. Backing Ukraine. Backing Britain.
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedToday we celebrate 10βyears of the Blue Belt Programmeπ For a decade, the Programme has supported #UKOTs to lead the protection and sustainable management of their waters. Discover a decade of ocean impact via our report: bit.ly/4xfB0bV #BlueBelt10Years
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedLieutenant Commander Gayson, Lieutenant Fisher and Petty Officer Green embodied the best of our Armed Forces. Their loss is truly devastating. Tonight, we are all thinking of their families, loved ones and those who served alongside them at this deeply tragic time.It is with great sadness that we can confirm the deaths of Lieutenant Commander Chris Gayson and Lieutenant Lily-Mae Fisher of 846 Naval Air Squadron, and Petty Officer Owen Green of 845 Naval Air Squadron, who died in Devon during routine training activity on 3 June.
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedChina is the second largest economy and like the UK is a permanent member of the UN Security Council. We must engage for the UKβs security and prosperity in line with British values. Met Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing today to discuss issues including re-opening the
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedIndia is one of the fastest growing countries in the world, and a major economic and global force. Our partnership delivers security and resilient growth, trade and investment - underpinned by our landmark FTA, which will support jobs in the UK. Great to be in India to build
00:00 - Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedA true giant in journalism, Jon Snow has spent his life asking difficult questions and telling important stories. Now, in sharing his Alzheimerβs diagnosis, he is helping others feel less alone and raising awareness of a condition that affects so many families.
- Stephen Doughty HC MP reposted82 years ago, on the beaches of Normandy, brave British and Allied forces changed the course of history forever. We must never forget the service and sacrifice of those courageous men and women. Our debt to them can never be repaid.
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedToday we have summoned the Russian Ambassador. Russiaβs violation of NATO airspace last week, striking a residential building in Romania, was reckless and dangerous. Its continued strikes across Ukraine show blatant disregard for civilian life. The UK stands firmly with Ukraine,
- Stephen Doughty HC MP repostedThe country owes Sir Alex Younger an enormous debt of gratitude for his lifetime of dedicated service. His outstanding leadership, steadiness and integrity kept us all safe and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to his family and his friends at this incredibly



























