Counter terrorism and weapons proliferation
The FCO's role in tackling the threat from terrorism and violent extremism is an integral part of the UK government's Counter Terrorism Strategy (CONTEST). Our staff are working in the UK and around the world with foreign governments and international organisations like the EU and UN to counter terrorism and weapons proliferation and their causes.
In this section
Counter terrorism
Our aim is to reduce the risk from international terrorism, so that people can go about their daily lives freely and with confidence. How are we doing this?
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Weapons proliferation
The spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) poses a threat to the UK and the international community. We're working around the world to tackle this threat.
More about weapons proliferation...
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)
Info on who needs to apply and how - you can also apply online!
Counter terrorism and weapons proliferation
Recent news and events
Live Web Stream with UK Ambassador to North Korea
02/07/2009
Peter Hughes, the UK's Ambassador to Pyongyang, gave a media briefing on North Korea at 10:15am BST on 3 July.
Building Britain's Future
29/06/2009
David Miliband welcomed the launch of Building Britain's Future which outlines the Government's plan for building a 'fairer, stronger and more prosperous society'.
Afghanistan/Pakistan focus for G8 Foreign Ministers meeting
25/06/2009
Foreign Secretary, David Miliband, is attending the G8 Foreign Ministers meeting in Trieste, Italy, from 25-27 June. Ahead of the visit he discussed Afghanistan with the BBC and ITV.
Departmental Report
Read more about our counter terrorism and weapons proliferation work in the latest departmental report.
ATAS
See Also
Travel advice about terrorism abroad
Useful Links
