Foreign Secretary visits South East Asia and India
Foreign Secretary William Hague visited South East Asia and India from 5 to the 8 November 2012.
- Ahead of the visit, Foreign Secretary William Hague said:
"Today Britain is looking East as never before, as Asia continues its historic economic and political transformation.
"Closer ties with Asian countries have never been more important for the UK. The ten economies of ASEAN absorb more UK exports than mainland China and have a larger combined economy than India. South East Asia is home to several of the world’s fastest growing economies. The steps we are taking to build stronger relations in the region are crucial to the UK’s security and prosperity. On this visit I will be championing Britain as a home for Asian business and investment in Europe." Laos
We are reopening the British Embassy in Laos - a historic and very happy occasion
Minister Soulivong Daravong, thank you for joining us on this historic and very happy occasion. Today we are reopening the British Embass...
At the opening ceremony for the new British Embassy in Vientiane, Laos http://pic.twitter.com/G9B5NQsQ
Excellent talks with Foreign Minister McCully at #ASEM in Laos. UK-NZ #foreignpolicy cooperation stronger than ever http://pic.twitter.com/H3rbO9Re
UK and Malaysia working to double trade between our countries. Met Prime Minister Najib to discuss progress #ASEM http://pic.twitter.com/hGB0nrYnThailand
Am grateful to Foreign Minister of Thailand for his warm welcome for the UK's diplomatic surge in Asia http://pic.twitter.com/2zVNdOEL
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