United Kingdom

Country United Kingdom
Capital London
Continent Europe
Currency Pound sterling(GBP)
Languages English, Irish, Scottish Gaelic, Scots, Ulster-Scots, Welsh & Cornish

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The United Kingdom has historically played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith in the 19th century, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the earth's surface. The first half of the 20th century saw the UK's strength seriously depleted in two World Wars and the Irish republic withdraw from the union. The second half witnessed the dismantling of the Empire and the UK rebuilding itself into a modern and prosperous European nation. As one of five permanent members of the UN Security Council, a founding member of NATO, and of the Commonwealth, the UK pursues a global approach to foreign policy. The UK is also an active member of the EU, although it chose to remain outside the Economic and Monetary Union. Devolution and constitutional reform have been significant recent issues in the UK. The Scottish Parliament, the National Assembly for Wales, and the Northern Ireland Assembly were established in 1999, but the latter was suspended until May 2007 due to wrangling over the peace process.

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Macron due in U.K. for state visit as London tries to balance ties with Europe, U.S. - The HinduMacron due in U.K. for state visit as London tries to balance ties with Europe, U.S.  The Hindu

PM Modi likely to visit UK in late July, formalising trade deal on agenda - The New Indian ExpressPM Modi likely to visit UK in late July, formalising trade deal on agenda  The New Indian Express

Macron’s U.K. State Visit: Migrants and the War in Ukraine Are on the Agenda - The New York TimesMacron’s U.K. State Visit: Migrants and the War in Ukraine Are on the Agenda  The New York Times

UK, India are most attractive destinations for global investment, US trade deal had role to play: Deloitte - FirstpostUK, India are most attractive destinations for global investment, US trade deal had role to play: Deloitte  Firstpost

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King Charles hosts Macron in first European state visit since Brexit - ReutersKing Charles hosts Macron in first European state visit since Brexit  Reuters

UK has reopened its embassy in Tehran, foreign office minister says - Al Arabiya EnglishUK has reopened its embassy in Tehran, foreign office minister says  Al Arabiya English

Macron-Starmer meeting: France, UK to announce plans to block migrant boats in English Channel - FirstpostMacron-Starmer meeting: France, UK to announce plans to block migrant boats in English Channel  Firstpost

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Implementing the General Terms of The United States of America-United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal - The White House (.gov)Implementing the General Terms of The United States of America-United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal  The White House (.gov)

United Kingdom: tackling poverty is crucial to protect children’s human rights; a number of other areas also call for attention - Council of EuropeUnited Kingdom: tackling poverty is crucial to protect children’s human rights; a number of other areas also call for attention  Council of Europe

Watch: Delhi Firefighter Visits UK Fire Station, Internet Calls It "Wholesome" - NDTVWatch: Delhi Firefighter Visits UK Fire Station, Internet Calls It "Wholesome"  NDTV

United Kingdom Diabetes Devices and Therapeutics Market - GlobeNewswireUnited Kingdom Diabetes Devices and Therapeutics Market  GlobeNewswire

United Kingdom Confronts Escalating Rural Transport Costs as Expensive Bus Routes Challenge Youth Fare Programs and Push for Urgent Public Transit Reforms - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Confronts Escalating Rural Transport Costs as Expensive Bus Routes Challenge Youth Fare Programs and Push for Urgent Public Transit Reforms  Travel And Tour World

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United Kingdom contributes £400,000 to support OPCW’s ongoing work in Ukraine - Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical WeaponsUnited Kingdom contributes £400,000 to support OPCW’s ongoing work in Ukraine  Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons

UK sanctions Russian officials and lab over chemical weapons use in Ukraine - The Kyiv IndependentUK sanctions Russian officials and lab over chemical weapons use in Ukraine  The Kyiv Independent

United Kingdom Travelers Must Navigate Strict Passport Issue Date Regulations to Secure Entry into Spain, Mallorca, Menorca, Tenerife, and Gran Canaria This Summer What You Need to Know About the Post-Brexit “Ten-Year Rule” for Hassle-Free Travel - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Travelers Must Navigate Strict Passport Issue Date Regulations to Secure Entry into Spain, Mallorca, Menorca, Tenerife, and Gran Canaria This Summer What You Need to Know About the Post-Brexit “Ten-Year Rule” for Hassle-Free Travel  Travel And Tour World

UK inquiry seeks answers over Southport girls' murders - ReutersUK inquiry seeks answers over Southport girls' murders  Reuters

Palestine Action ban clears U.K. parliament ahead of legal challenge - The HinduPalestine Action ban clears U.K. parliament ahead of legal challenge  The Hindu

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United Kingdom’s Celebrates Coastal Excellence as Skegness Earns Top Spot for Blending Timeless Seaside Charm with Affordable Family Adventures in the East of England - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom’s Celebrates Coastal Excellence as Skegness Earns Top Spot for Blending Timeless Seaside Charm with Affordable Family Adventures in the East of England  Travel And Tour World

United Kingdom Unveils Ambitious Multi-Billion Rail Expansion Plan as St Pancras Transformation Paves the Way for a New Era of High-Speed Green Travel Across Europe - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Unveils Ambitious Multi-Billion Rail Expansion Plan as St Pancras Transformation Paves the Way for a New Era of High-Speed Green Travel Across Europe  Travel And Tour World

United Kingdom Celebrates Coastal Glory as Selsey and Normans Bay Named Among 2025’s Most Breathtaking and Tranquil Beaches for Nature-Loving Travelers - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Celebrates Coastal Glory as Selsey and Normans Bay Named Among 2025’s Most Breathtaking and Tranquil Beaches for Nature-Loving Travelers  Travel And Tour World

Tougher visa rules tabled in UK Parliament: What are the proposed norms? - The Indian ExpressTougher visa rules tabled in UK Parliament: What are the proposed norms?  The Indian Express

Grocery market share in Great Britain 2017-2025 - StatistaGrocery market share in Great Britain 2017-2025  Statista

Merchant Ship attacked with rocket-propelled grenades in Red Sea off Yemeni coast, says UK - MintMerchant Ship attacked with rocket-propelled grenades in Red Sea off Yemeni coast, says UK  Mint

Average inflation rate in the United Kingdom from 1980 to 2030 - StatistaAverage inflation rate in the United Kingdom from 1980 to 2030  Statista

Government at a Glance 2025: United Kingdom - OECDGovernment at a Glance 2025: United Kingdom  OECD

U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.02% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.02% By Investing.com  Investing.com

IP Ingredients: Summer Case Law Review 2025 - Trademark - United Kingdom - MondaqIP Ingredients: Summer Case Law Review 2025 - Trademark - United Kingdom  Mondaq

Enforcement Of Foreign Judgment: UK Joins 2019 Hague Convention Which Came Into Effect On 1 July 2025 - MondaqEnforcement Of Foreign Judgment: UK Joins 2019 Hague Convention Which Came Into Effect On 1 July 2025  Mondaq

U.K. shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.17% By Investing.com - Investing.com UKU.K. shares lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.17% By Investing.com  Investing.com UK

Patents Are Certainly Indicative Of Innovation - Patent - United Kingdom - MondaqPatents Are Certainly Indicative Of Innovation - Patent - United Kingdom  Mondaq

Environment at a Glance: United Kingdom - OECDEnvironment at a Glance: United Kingdom  OECD

UK's Skilled Worker visa route leaves migrants vulnerable, warns parliamentary panel - The Economic TimesUK's Skilled Worker visa route leaves migrants vulnerable, warns parliamentary panel  The Economic Times

United Kingdom Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Market Report 2025-2029: UK Prepaid Card Market Set for Competitive Growth - Key Players Eye Innovations - Yahoo FinanceUnited Kingdom Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Market Report 2025-2029: UK Prepaid Card Market Set for Competitive Growth - Key Players Eye Innovations  Yahoo Finance

The 5 Best Resorts in the U.K. and Ireland of 2025 - Travel + LeisureThe 5 Best Resorts in the U.K. and Ireland of 2025  Travel + Leisure

UK | Shape the future with confidence - EYUK | Shape the future with confidence  EY

UNITED KINGDOM – Update to UKVI Statement of Changes. - Newland ChaseUNITED KINGDOM – Update to UKVI Statement of Changes.  Newland Chase

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The Effects Of Innovation In Policing - Trademark - United Kingdom - MondaqThe Effects Of Innovation In Policing - Trademark - United Kingdom  Mondaq

U.K. stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.60% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.60% By Investing.com  Investing.com

Top UK Dividend Stocks To Consider In July 2025 - Yahoo FinanceTop UK Dividend Stocks To Consider In July 2025  Yahoo Finance

United Kingdom, Italy, France, Japan, and Indonesia at the Heart of a Thriving Euro Summer as International Visitors Spark a Powerful Revival in Global Travel Amid Surging Demand and Expanding Holiday Dreams - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom, Italy, France, Japan, and Indonesia at the Heart of a Thriving Euro Summer as International Visitors Spark a Powerful Revival in Global Travel Amid Surging Demand and Expanding Holiday Dreams  Travel And Tour World

Syria, UK re-establish their diplomatic relations - The Indian AwaazSyria, UK re-establish their diplomatic relations  The Indian Awaaz

United Kingdom: Statement of Changes Creates Restrictions for Sponsored Work Routes - FragomenUnited Kingdom: Statement of Changes Creates Restrictions for Sponsored Work Routes  Fragomen

UK donates £400,000 to OPCW for Ukraine’s chemical weapons protection - Odessa JournalUK donates £400,000 to OPCW for Ukraine’s chemical weapons protection  Odessa Journal

UK Prime Minister hosts F1 in Downing Street - Formula 1UK Prime Minister hosts F1 in Downing Street  Formula 1

Topic: The United Kingdom - StatistaTopic: The United Kingdom  Statista

U.K. to acquire 15 more F-35B fighter jets despite Kerala grounding incident - The HinduU.K. to acquire 15 more F-35B fighter jets despite Kerala grounding incident  The Hindu

British F-35B repaired in India; UK expresses gratitude - Awaz The VoiceBritish F-35B repaired in India; UK expresses gratitude  Awaz The Voice

The Govt Of UK Is Investing $38.9 Million In The Peak Cluster CCS Project - Carbon HeraldThe Govt Of UK Is Investing $38.9 Million In The Peak Cluster CCS Project  Carbon Herald

Belitsoft Establishes UK-Focused Nearshore Delivery Division - VocalBelitsoft Establishes UK-Focused Nearshore Delivery Division  Vocal

Watch Out For Hoax Reports To Your Hotline - Securities - United Kingdom - MondaqWatch Out For Hoax Reports To Your Hotline - Securities - United Kingdom  Mondaq

UK Government Publishes Final Priorities For Online Safety Regulation - Social Media - United Kingdom - MondaqUK Government Publishes Final Priorities For Online Safety Regulation - Social Media - United Kingdom  Mondaq

United Kingdom To Get A New Political Party? Former Whip Quits Labour Party - WIONUnited Kingdom To Get A New Political Party? Former Whip Quits Labour Party  WION

UK firms lose taste for US investment, Deloitte survey shows - ReutersUK firms lose taste for US investment, Deloitte survey shows  Reuters

Tapping sovereign AI to shape the UK’s leadership in innovation - Open Access GovernmentTapping sovereign AI to shape the UK’s leadership in innovation  Open Access Government

United Kingdom provides major voluntary contributions to aviation safety, sustainability, and ICAO’s transformation - ICAOUnited Kingdom provides major voluntary contributions to aviation safety, sustainability, and ICAO’s transformation  ICAO

Russia, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Norway, And Sweden Lead Vietnam’s Tourism Surge, Achieving Unprecedented Growth And Economic Impact In 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldRussia, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Norway, And Sweden Lead Vietnam’s Tourism Surge, Achieving Unprecedented Growth And Economic Impact In 2025  Travel And Tour World

Brexit Deal Kills the Chance of a Meaningful U.S.-UK Free-Trade Agreement - The Heritage FoundationBrexit Deal Kills the Chance of a Meaningful U.S.-UK Free-Trade Agreement  The Heritage Foundation

UK re-establishing diplomatic ties with Syria as Lammy visits Damascus - Al JazeeraUK re-establishing diplomatic ties with Syria as Lammy visits Damascus  Al Jazeera

U.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.22% By Investing.com - Investing.comU.K. stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 down 0.22% By Investing.com  Investing.com

With No New Orders, Eurofighter Typhoon Production Ends In The UK - Simple FlyingWith No New Orders, Eurofighter Typhoon Production Ends In The UK  Simple Flying

Counterfeit Cute: The Dangers Of Fake Labubu Dolls - Trademark - United Kingdom - MondaqCounterfeit Cute: The Dangers Of Fake Labubu Dolls - Trademark - United Kingdom  Mondaq

UK lawmakers vote to ban Palestine Action as ‘terrorist’ group - Al JazeeraUK lawmakers vote to ban Palestine Action as ‘terrorist’ group  Al Jazeera

Unemployment rate of the UK 2000-2025 - StatistaUnemployment rate of the UK 2000-2025  Statista

What the UK must get right in its China strategy - Chatham HouseWhat the UK must get right in its China strategy  Chatham House

Development Co-operation Profiles: United Kingdom - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: United Kingdom  OECD

The UK and India just signed a 'historic' free trade deal. Here's what to know - The World Economic ForumThe UK and India just signed a 'historic' free trade deal. Here's what to know  The World Economic Forum

The UK-US ‘Economic Prosperity Deal’ and Its Impact - Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLPThe UK-US ‘Economic Prosperity Deal’ and Its Impact  Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

UK police arrest over 20 supporters of now banned pro-Palestine group - ReutersUK police arrest over 20 supporters of now banned pro-Palestine group  Reuters

Singapore and United Kingdom strengthen collaboration in digital finance and innovation and sustainable finance - TNGlobalSingapore and United Kingdom strengthen collaboration in digital finance and innovation and sustainable finance  TNGlobal

UK must 'actively prepare' for war scenario, government warns - BBCUK must 'actively prepare' for war scenario, government warns  BBC

The United Kingdom has confirmed the sale of three ex-Royal Marines hovercraft to equip the Pakistan Navy - Zona MilitarThe United Kingdom has confirmed the sale of three ex-Royal Marines hovercraft to equip the Pakistan Navy  Zona Militar

Macron kicks off 'historic' UK state visit to reset ties with King Charles, Starmer - France 24Macron kicks off 'historic' UK state visit to reset ties with King Charles, Starmer  France 24

France’s Macron to visit UK as Starmer eyes ‘reset’ with EU - Arab NewsFrance’s Macron to visit UK as Starmer eyes ‘reset’ with EU  Arab News

United Kingdom Eurostar Unveils Game-Changing Upgrades at St Pancras to Handle Surging Demand - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Eurostar Unveils Game-Changing Upgrades at St Pancras to Handle Surging Demand  Travel And Tour World

Breaking: What does an India-UK trade deal mean for international students? - The PIE NewsBreaking: What does an India-UK trade deal mean for international students?  The PIE News

UK’s Palestine Action loses bid to pause ban as ‘terrorist’ group - Al JazeeraUK’s Palestine Action loses bid to pause ban as ‘terrorist’ group  Al Jazeera

Migration Advisory Committee to Assess Salary Thresholds, Temporary Shortage List Occupations - FragomenMigration Advisory Committee to Assess Salary Thresholds, Temporary Shortage List Occupations  Fragomen

Photo gallery: NATO Secretary General visits the United Kingdom, 09-Jun.-2025 - NATOPhoto gallery: NATO Secretary General visits the United Kingdom, 09-Jun.-2025  NATO

UK resets ties with Syria as foreign minister visits Damascus - ReutersUK resets ties with Syria as foreign minister visits Damascus  Reuters

Boeing-Spirit merger faces UK antitrust probe: Here’s why the $4.7 billion deal is under lens - MintBoeing-Spirit merger faces UK antitrust probe: Here’s why the $4.7 billion deal is under lens  Mint

Crypto tax evaders to face fines in the United Kingdom - CryptoRankCrypto tax evaders to face fines in the United Kingdom  CryptoRank

UK plans to ban employers from using NDAs to silence workers subject to abuse - ReutersUK plans to ban employers from using NDAs to silence workers subject to abuse  Reuters

United Kingdom shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.28% By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaUnited Kingdom shares higher at close of trade; Investing.com United Kingdom 100 up 0.28% By Investing.com  Investing.com India

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Legal Discussions with Vengai Madzima: Zim Diaspora Property Showcase in Birmingham, United Kingdom - NewZimbabwe.comLegal Discussions with Vengai Madzima: Zim Diaspora Property Showcase in Birmingham, United Kingdom  NewZimbabwe.com

A trip to crime-free Tresco is like holidaying in a time warp - The TelegraphA trip to crime-free Tresco is like holidaying in a time warp  The Telegraph

Attitudes Towards Social Risks and Social Protection in the United Kingdom - OECDAttitudes Towards Social Risks and Social Protection in the United Kingdom  OECD

UK prepares for war: How much will it cost? - Al JazeeraUK prepares for war: How much will it cost?  Al Jazeera

Pope Leo speaks to young people from the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Denmark: "God has created you for a purpose." - Rome ReportsPope Leo speaks to young people from the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Denmark: "God has created you for a purpose."  Rome Reports

United Kingdom Faces Rural Tourism Backlash as Castleton Village Battles Overcrowding Littering and Traffic Chaos from Social Media-Driven Visitor Surge - Travel And Tour WorldUnited Kingdom Faces Rural Tourism Backlash as Castleton Village Battles Overcrowding Littering and Traffic Chaos from Social Media-Driven Visitor Surge  Travel And Tour World

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United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland - General DebateUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland  General Debate

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