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UK–Ghana Growth Partnership to Drive Jobs, Investment and Skills
UK–Ghana Growth Partnership (2026–2028) aims to boost jobs, trade, infrastructure and skills through major investments and private sector–led growth initiatives
The Africa Debate 2026: Baroness Chapman’s speech
Baroness Chapman gave a speech at The Africa Debate 2026, ‘Results, reach and respect: a new era of partnership in Africa’.
Africa’s growth holds firm amid global turbulence, says 2026 African Economic Outlook
Africa’s economies are projected to grow at 4.2 percent in 2026, moderating slightly from 4.4 percent in 2025, before rebounding to 4.4 percent in 2027.
Baroness Chapman’s speech at the Global Partnerships Conference: 19 May 2026
Opening speech by Baroness Chapman at the Global Partnerships Conference
Minister for the Middle East speech at the Driving International Trade Conference
In a keynote speech at the British Chambers of Commerce’s annual conference, Minister Falconer highlighted how the Foreign Office is supporting businesses to navigate an increasingly uncertain world.
Foreign Secretary statement on International Development
The Foreign Secretary made a statement to Parliament on the Government’s revised approach to international development and Official Development Assistance (ODA) allocations.
FCDO multi-year Official Development Assistance programme
FCDO policy and legal commitments require a proportionate assessment of equalities impacts at every point of decision making.
Nigeria, UK Deepen Women Empowerment Initiative Partnership
Nigeria has reinforced its commitment to advancing inclusive growth through women empowerment initiatives, integrating policy, partnerships, and innovation to unlock opportunities for women.
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