🇬🇧 British Consul General Calgary covering Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. From Shrewsbury. Previously in 🇨🇲 🇦🇫 🇳🇬 🇺🇳 and many places in between.
Calgary, Alberta
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A stable, secure and sustainable Arctic is in everyone's best interest.
UK Minister Chris Elmore kicked off his visit to Canada in Iqaluit, where he heard how the UK and Canada can continue working together in the High North.
The Canadian Arctic is warming faster than anywhere on Earth and its impact does not stop here.
I was in Nunavut this week as the UK and Canada work together on climate security to keep our communities safe in the Arctic and beyond. 🇬🇧🇨🇦 @UKinCanada
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My thoughts are with the families, friends and colleagues of those who have tragically lost their lives, and to all those affected.
The UK stands with Canada at this incredibly difficult time.
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The Union Jack flying at half-mast today in honour of those who lost their lives at CFB Wainwright, and the many who are injured.
Our thoughts remain with their family, friends, and colleagues. The UK mourns alongside Canada.
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All of our thoughts are with those affected and responding.
A serious incident creating a major fire has occurred at CFB Wainwright, in Alberta.
Our thoughts are with all the brave women and men affected.
We are working closely with the Government of Alberta and local authorities. Premier Smith and I are in close contact as are our relevant ministers and officials.
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Next up: We had a conference and then breakfast with Silicon Mountain! From startups and top talent to tech hubs and communities, Cameroon’s digital ecosystem is booming. The driving force? Brilliant young minds turning every challenge into a tech solution! #SiliconMountain
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Mind = blown! We also witnessed an incredible robotics display where young geniuses showed us how they turn recycled plastic waste into functioning robots. Talk about green tech and sustainability in action! #GreatTechnology
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6/6 To crown the day, we hosted the elegant UK Alumni Reception, a wonderful evening dedicated to celebrating our scholars, professionals, and youth leaders while exploring fresh avenues for future collaboration.
#GoFarGoTogether
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5/6 In the afternoon we had interesting conversations on life before and after studies in the UK, featuring a diverse panel of #Chevening #Commonwealth #HC4aDay and work alumni for an inspiring panel on their UK journeys.
#GreatCampaign
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4/6
“Sustainable forest management & economic growth are not opposing goals.”
Panelists of the climate & nature session agreed that the future of the Congo Basin depends on solutions that protect nature while creating sustainable opportunities for local communities.
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3/6
Shortly after, we hosted a panel discussion pulling back the curtain on how the UK team operates in 🇨🇲. We shared bits & pieces of what day to day diplomacy really looks like, spanning our work across business & politics, climate & nature, comms & admin.
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2/6 “Cameroon’s hosting of #MC14 is a milestone worth celebrating. As the 2nd African country to host a WTO Ministerial Conference, Cameroon demonstrated its capacity to convene the world & shape global trade conversations” - H.E Felix Mbayu,
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Day 3: UK Day at PROMOTE
1/6 The High Commissioner @MattWoods_UK & the Minister Del. at @diplocam_minrex in charge of Relations with the #Commonwealth, Felix Mbayu had a spontaneous conversation on the bilateral relationship between UK & Cameroon.
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Day 1 from UKatPROMOTE2026! Our 1st panel featured the relaunch of the “Doing Business in Cameroon guide covering 6 areas
- UK-Cameroon Trade
- Investment & Partnerships
- Legal, Risk & Travel
Everything you need to know to succeed.
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📢UK Alumni in Cameroon: We’re looking for YOU!
Whether you studied, worked, or partnered with the UK, join our growing network 👇
✨ Connect
✨ Collaborate
✨ Inspire
Be part of something bigger.
Register here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respo…
#UKAlumni #GoFarGoTogether
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A National Day message from His Majesty King Charles III.
@RoyalFamily @diplocam_minrex
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Tea brings people together
This week, we’re celebrating how the #UK and #Cameroon connects over tea from classic brews to local flavours.
Stay with us as we blend cultures, one cup at a time.
#GoFarGoTogether
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The Ebolowa–Akom II–Kribi road project reflects close UK–Cameroon collaboration and a shared commitment to trade and new opportunities across the region @UKEF @minepat237
#GoFarGoTogether
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A strong moment for UK–Cameroon partnership. The High Commissioner signs the loan agreement for the Ebolowa–Akom II–Kribi road, paving the way for greater connectivity, economic growth, and investment @UKEF @minepat237
#GoFarGoTogether
