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http://www.gov.scot/topics/international 21-08-2013 12:00:45
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We share a lot in common with our Scottish friends across the pond! NYC Tartan Week is made possible by the generous support of Scottish Government USA, who work to strengthen connections between Scotland and the US and see them flourish.
#NYCTartanWeek #ScotlandIsNow #TartanDay24
Delighted to gather at Government House ahead of Tartan Day — a testament to the modern partnerships between Scotland and British Columbia, guided by our shared values and ambitions championed by Her Honour, Janet Austin. 🤝
Scotland’s international alumni community is thriving.
We were delighted to host some of our US alumni at our Tartan Week reception, where guests were welcomed by Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson and enjoyed some fine Scottish food and drink.
Millions of people around the world share a special connection with Scotland 🏴
Whatever your #ScottishConnections are - you're welcome to join our new online registration or Community Directory.
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On behalf of @ScotGov, Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson laid a wreath at the memorial to abolitionist Frederick Douglass.
Douglass drew huge crowds when he toured in Scotland in 1846 to educate people on the slave trade.
Read more here ⬇ scotland.org/inspiration/le…
The #ScottishConnections Fund supports The NYG&B Society’s Forced Settlement project.
Today Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson joined a roundtable with project organisers, GlobalScots Lolita Jackson and Lorraine Bell.
As part of engagements in New York, Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson met with Abacus Group to welcome their inward investment into Scotland.
From seafood to whisky to cheese - Scotland’s food and drink is world-renowned.
At a Scottish Development International showcase in New York, Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson met some of the companies showcasing their Food & Drink products to the US market.
This morning, Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson met Dr. Mamta Murthi, World Bank Vice President for Human Development.
They discussed @ScotGov's commitment to the Bank's Inclusive Education Policy Academy work in Rwanda, Malawi and Zambia.
Four Scottish Ministers have signed up to become ‘godparents’ to political prisoners in Belarus, through Libereco – PHR's #WeStandBYyou scheme.
They follow First Minister, who was the first head of government in the world to do so.
More ▶️ bit.ly/49i5igR
The first phase of Scotland’s Migration Service has been launched.
Migration Minister Emma Roddick said the service will help migrants feel welcome and encourage them to stay for the long term, as well as supporting businesses.
Read more gov.scot/news/scotlands…
We are proud to sponsor the Washington Tattoo, showcasing the best of US and Scottish culture, music and dance.
Cabinet Secretary Angus Robertson attended the Tartan Day Tattoo DC 2024, to see performances including Mòd winner Joy Dunlop and North Carolina A&T Cold Steel Drumline.
In a meeting with French Consul General Pailler Stephane, First Minister Humza Yousaf committed to further developing @ScotGov relations with France including sharing best practice in renewables and biodiversity as well as broadening engagement at national and regional levels.
First Minister Humza Yousaf reiterated Scotland's ambition to be a major supplier of green hydrogen to Europe.
Meeting with Christiane Hullmann Christiane Hullmann, they discussed @ScotGov's economic and cultural engagement in support of shared priorities and values.
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Ukrainian women living in Scotland are invited to apply to a University of Edinburgh Business School course that aims to build leadership skills and boost recovery of the war-torn country.
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Scotland is known for being passionate about culture and creativity.
Our growing screen sector helps showcase diversity while telling captivating stories. 🎥
#OurCreativeVoice
Creative Scotland / @ScreenScots Our Creative Voice
External Affairs Secretary Angus Robertson met with a delegation of the Malaysian space industry, hosted by Scottish Development International, to discuss opportunities for the two countries to work together.
More on Scotland's space sector ▶️ bit.ly/3vCT9W1
External Affairs Secretary Angus Robertson has welcomed USARC & White House Office of Science & Technology Policy to the #ASSW2024 Arctic conference in Scotland.
They discussed opportunities to work together on shared challenges like the energy transition.
More on our Arctic connections ▶️ bit.ly/3x2piXr