Philip Barton

The British Omani Society hosted our Summer Business Panel & Reception on July 3rd, spotlighting UK-Oman trade ties, where we heard from H.E. @pankaj_khimji, Tom Wintle, Sir @PhilipRBarton, @chris_breeze, and Richard Stanford. 🔗 Read more - shorturl.at/CeRAu #UKOman

Congratulations to Sir Oliver Robbins who will succeed me as Permanent Under-Secretary of the FCDO. I wish Olly all the best as he leads the department into its next chapter. gov.uk/government/new…

Congratulations to all @fcdogovuk colleagues recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours list for 2025. You demonstrate the positive and far-reaching impact of the UK on the international stage. Thank you for your commitment and service. gov.uk/government/new…

The FCDO is recruiting Non-Executive Directors. If you have expertise in technology, economic diplomacy, audit, or public communications and an interest in working with an international-facing, delivery-focused organisation please consider applying – links below.

From around the world, our embassy staff reflect on what #BlackHistoryMonth means to them.

Well done to my own office team and colleagues across our global network @FCDOGovUK for getting together to celebrate this year's #GlobalMile 🏃🏽‍♀️🚴.

Great to spend time with the @UKinLibya team this week and to engage Libyan partners on 🇬🇧🇱🇾joint priorities including migration and economic stability.

Follow our ministerial team: ➡️ @DavidLammy ➡️ @AnnelieseDodds ➡️ @SDoughtyMP ➡️ @CatherineWest1 ➡️ @Lord_Collins ➡️ @Hamish4Lincs ➡️ @JennyChapman

Delighted to welcome @DavidLammy to @FCDOGovUK as our new Foreign Secretary.

Congratulations to everyone recognised in His Majesty The King’s Birthday Honours list for 2024. They are a shining example of the impact the UK can have internationally and I thank them for their dedication and service. gov.uk/government/new…

On International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia #IDAHOBIT, the @fcdogovuk is committed to tackling the global rollback of LGBT rights.

Today I met my Indian counterpart @ambVMKwatra to discuss the UK-India 2030 Roadmap. Delighted to see the progress our two countries have made in addressing global challenges and deepening our strategic partnership 👇 twtr.to/Azrv6

Delighted to meet Theodora Gentzis @BelgiumMFA for productive discussions across a variety of issues. Demonstrates the strength of 🇬🇧-🇧🇪 bilateral relations.

A productive visit to Brussels for meetings on 🇬🇧-🇪🇺 cooperation with @EEAS_SecGen Sannino, @BelgiumMFA and a range of other EU stakeholders. We are working in partnership on the Middle East, support for Ukraine and other global issues.

Fantastic to launch Gaashaan with 🇬🇧 PUS @PhilipRBarton & Somalia @MwomenHRD Amina Hassan Ali ⬇️ With @IfrahhNoor in the chair, we discussed how to advance women’s rights and tackle GBV ahead of #IWD2024

Somalia is a vital and strategic partner, particularly when it comes to regional security and stability. With Somali National Security Adviser we set ambitious goals for the year ahead.

Can you guess which Embassy I’m visiting this week? The answer may surprise you.

As Head of His Majesty’s Diplomatic Service and on behalf of all colleagues in the @FCDOGovUK, we wish His Majesty a full and speedy recovery. Messages have come in from around the world wishing him a return to full health. Our thoughts and prayers are with the King.

Today the FCDO estate was lit up purple alongside other national landmarks to mark #HolocaustMemorialDay. Let us unite against prejudice, promote tolerance and honour the resilience of survivors.

Today is International Day of Education. Since 2015, @FCDOGovUK has supported over 10 million girls to obtain a decent education. We are committed to ensuring every girl can meet their #RightsFreedomPotential