International relations
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Donating medical equipment: report
This report by the Chief Medical Officer reviews the standards required for medical equipment donations to low- and middle-income countries. It includes a 10 step guide to the donation journey and links to key guidance.
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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Connecting Scotland’s worldwide diaspora
New Framework to enhance engagement.
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Scottish Connections Framework
This Framework sets out a cohesive and cross-cutting approach to diaspora engagement. It outlines a series of commitments and ambitions to strengthen and expand our relationships with, and between, Scotland’s international communities, and expand on existing work with our established networks.
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National Events Strategy Review: Easy Read version
Easy Read version of consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's National Events Strategy.
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National events strategy review: consultation - Gaelic version
Gaelic version of consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's national events strategy.
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National events strategy review: consultation
Scotland's National events strategy is being reviewed and updated. This will extend its term to the end of 2035. This survey provides everyone with a role in Scotland’s world-class event industry the chance to shape the sector’s updated strategy.
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National events strategy review: business and regulatory impact assessment - partial
Partial business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for the consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's national events strategy.
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Building new links with the Arctic
Arctic Frontiers Abroad conference takes place in Aberdeen.
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Arctic Connections Fund: form and guidance
A fund to help Scottish organisations and communities collaborate with partners in the Arctic.
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£1 million flood support for Pakistan
Communities in worst flood-affected areas will receive funding.
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Call to re-join research funding programme
UK Government urged to secure Horizon Europe opportunity.
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£500,000 for East Africa
Funding to alleviate the food crisis.
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£500,000 emergency funding for Türkiye and Syria.
Funding to support humanitarian aid efforts.
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International culture strategy: survey
We are seeking views to inform the development of a strategy to support the international aspirations and potential of Scotland’s culture sector.
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International culture strategy: survey - easy read
We are seeking views to inform the development of a strategy to support the international aspirations and potential of Scotland’s culture sector.
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Norway-UK negotiations conclude
Increased monkfish quota important for Scotland’s fishers
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Second charter ship for Ukrainians
Preparations under way as vessel arrives to host displaced people.
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Strengthening Scotland’s Nordic ties
First Minister to visit Denmark.
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Super sponsor scheme paused
Ensuring support can continue after large increase of new applications.
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Reference to the Supreme Court on independence referendum published
Lord Advocate requested decision to establish Scottish Parliament powers.
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Further help for Ukraine
£65 million of funding for military aid.
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Minister to visit Poland
Two day trip underlines Scotland's support for displaced people of Ukraine
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Renewed focus needed on climate emergency
Energy security drive must align with climate goals
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Conference on the Future of Europe: submission
Scottish Government written submission for the Conference on the Future of Europe, on a range of issues where EU leadership is important and where Scotland can contribute to Europe’s future success and prosperity.
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Strengthening bonds with US and Canada
Cabinet Secretary engagements in North America.
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Scottish Government procurement strategy: April 2022 to March 2024
Scottish Government procurement strategy covering the period from April 2022 to March 2024.
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Support for Ukrainians in Scotland
Access to healthcare and social security benefits.
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Safeguarding Ukrainian arrivals
Free vetting scheme for volunteer hosts.
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A Warm Scots Welcome
Message from First Minister to Ukrainians arriving in Scotland.
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Scheme opens for displaced Ukrainians
People encouraged to register to help.
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£15 million for Ukraine response
Additional funding to support people fleeing Ukraine
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Call for immediate action to resettle Ukraine refugees
First Minister urges Prime Minister to act with humanity and compassion.
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Critical aid for Ukraine
Second donation of medical supplies.
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Medical supplies for Ukraine
£2.9 million of urgently needed items
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First Minister: Waive visas for Ukrainians
Scotland ready to welcome refugees.
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Humanitarian aid to Ukraine
Scottish Government to provide financial aid and medical supplies to Ukraine following Russian invasion.
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Minister writes to Russian Ambassador
Letter condemning Ukraine invasion.
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Deep concern over actions of Russia in Ukraine
Statement from the First Minister.
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Supplies to help fight COVID-19 in Africa
Vital aid worth £11.2 million for Rwanda, Zambia and Malawi.
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Scotland’s Vision for Trade
Economic, social and climate ambitions at heart of approach.
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Joint bilateral review of the relationship between Scotland and Ireland - public engagement: analytical summary
This is a report of the public engagement exercise conducted as part of the Ireland-Scotland joint bilateral review.
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Expanding dialogue with Arctic nations
Arctic Connections online conferences launched.
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Cash boost for joint Scottish-Asian research
New Fund to focus on economic, social recovery from COVID-19.
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Finance, Constitution Committee briefed on Single Market
Proposal ‘bad for consumers and business, and disastrous for devolution’.
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Quarantine rule ends for travellers arriving from lower risk countries and territories
Public health measure lifted for some overseas travellers arriving in Scotland.
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Minister meets Erasmus+ exchange students in Aberdeen
Efforts to be stepped up to protect further and higher education after Brexit.
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Scotland's commitment to the EU
New document reveals continued partnership.
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Plan for Scottish Visa
Paper highlights acute need for powers over immigration policy.
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Questionnaire on Scottish-Irish relations
Views sought on countries’ future relationship.
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Scotland and Norway “natural partners”
First Minister addresses Norwegian business leaders
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Scotch Beef back on the menu
Canadian restaurant first to sell Scotch Beef since 1996.
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First Minister leads Scottish delegation to British-Irish Council
Tackling substance misuse on the agenda.
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Scottish-Irish joint review
Work to look at collaboration in key policy areas.
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Sending computers to Africa
Education initiatives benefit from used Scottish Government equipment.
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Scotland's place in Europe: assessment of the revised EU withdrawal agreement and political declaration
Our assessment of the UK Government's proposed future relationship with the European Union, as outlined in the revised Withdrawal Agreement and Political Declaration.
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Promoting Scotland-US relations
Trade Minister visits US.
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Japanese firm sets sights on Scotland
Plans for Glasgow base.
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Arctic connections: Scotland's arctic policy framework
External Affairs Secretary Fiona Hyslop launches the Arctic Policy Framework in Orkney.
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International Development report
Support for partnerships in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia.
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Arctic Connections
A European gateway to the Arctic.
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Arctic Connections: Scotland's Arctic policy framework
A prospectus for cooperation, knowledge-exchange and policy partnerships between Scotland and the Arctic.
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Building ties with Germany
First Minister visits Berlin.
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Building a fairer immigration system
Tailored approach needed for Scotland.
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Promoting Scotland-China relations
Trade and Investment Minister to visit China.
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International Creative Ambition Programme
Funding announced to support worldwide cultural partnerships.
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Strengthening links between Scotland and Ireland
First Minister meets Taoiseach in Dublin.
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Meeting with Icelandic PM
Leaders hold talks on shared interests.
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Scots living abroad face uncertainty over their return
UK Government immigration proposals threaten family reunification.
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Strengthening ties with France
Trade links highlighted during Paris visit.
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Promoting Scottish business abroad
Engagement with corporate leaders in North America.
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Celebrating cultural links with Canada
£80,000 to support creative collaboration.
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Showcasing food and drink
First Minister promotes Scotland’s natural larder in Canada.
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Strengthening ties with Canada
Scottish office in Ottawa opens.
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Promoting Scotland in North America
First Minister to visit USA and Canada.
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Anholt-GfK Roper Nation Brands IndexSM: 2018 report for Scotland
2018 findings of the Anholt-GfK Roper Nation Brands IndexSM (NBI) on Scotland’s international reputation.
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Scotland's place in Europe: assessment of UK Government's proposed future relationship with the EU
Our assessment of the UK Government's proposed future relationship with the EU.
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Brexit cost
Risk to public finances.
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Scotland's place in Europe: our way forward
This paper sets out our position following the result of the EU Referendum.
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Mapping and condition surveys of water points in Malawi
Tackling global water issues.
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Brexit impact on food safety and standards
Concerns on EU withdrawal plans.
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Minister visit to Southern Africa
International development and strengthening relationships.
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Contribution to international development report: 2017-2018
First ever Contribution to International Development Report takes a holistic look at a wide cross-section of Scottish Government international development activity, and presents it within the context of the UN Global Goals.
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EU settlement scheme
Letter to Home Secretary
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Brexit White Paper
External Affairs Secretary: “UK plans fall short and harm economy."
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External Affairs Secretary visits Japan and Republic of Korea
Fiona Hyslop's reflections on a five day visit to Japan and Korea to strengthen economic and cultural links.
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Recruiting international students
Japan joins star programme.
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Scotland's International Framework: China engagement strategy
Scotland's commitment to a strong, long-term, bilateral partnership with China.
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Strengthening European ties
External Affairs Secretary to open Glasgow 2018 event in Brussels.
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Support for EU citizens after Brexit
Call for child exemption from post-Brexit fees.
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Update on Brexit talks
Minister pledges to continue to push for a solution.
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External Affairs Secretary comments on latest UK migration statistics
External Affairs Secretary Fiona Hyslop responds to latest UK migration statistics published by the Office for National Statistics.
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Dutch connections
Hyslop: £2bn annual exports at risk due to Brexit.
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A tailored migration system for Scotland
“Overwhelming case” for Scotland-specific system.
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First Minister comments on Brexit developments
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has set out the Scottish Government’s position on the agreement of a proposal to settle the first phase of the negotiations between the UK and the EU on the UK’s decision to leave the European Union.
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Scotland and India collaborate on social enterprise
“World-leading” expertise to support social entrepreneurs in India.
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Deputy First Minister visits India
Focus on education, skills and the economy.
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£3.6 million for climate change projects
Improving sanitation, agriculture and water access in developing nations.
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Scotland and the new north
FM: Tackling climate change a ‘moral imperative’ – and an economic opportunity.
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All eyes north
FM in Iceland to build ties with northern neighbours.
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Strengthening links with Ireland
First Minister to visit Dublin.
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Northern neighbours
Brexit highlights need for deeper Nordic and Baltic cooperation.
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Nordic Baltic policy statement
Statement aiming to strengthen relationships with countries in the Nordic and Baltic regions by promoting policy exchange and collaboration.
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Helping Africa's poor
International development funding for aid agencies.
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Burma refugee aid
Scottish Government pledges £120,000 for emergency response.
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Burma refugee crisis
Scotland 'stands ready to help'.
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Brexit planning process 'unacceptable'
Minister raises concerns over lack of engagement by UK Government.
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Amendments to UK Brexit Bill will be proposed
First Ministers of Wales and Scotland agree actions to counter serious risks to devolution.
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Scotland's International Framework: Canada engagement strategy
This document outlines our strategic objectives for engagement with Canada.
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Scotland's International Framework: US engagement strategy
This document outlines our strategic objectives for engagement with the US.
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Scotland's International Framework: Pakistan engagement strategy
Outlines key areas of engagement between Pakistan and Scotland.
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Scotland's International Framework: India engagement strategy
Outlines key areas of engagement between India and Scotland.
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Working with China: five-year engagement strategy
High-level strategy setting out the Scottish Government’s ambitions in developing Scotland’s relationship with China over the next five years.
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