DIPLOMAT magazine identified 10 categories that recognise different levels of diplomacy, and winners were nominated by their peers. The evening welcomed the massed ranks of London’s diplomatic corps, at what has become a key date in the capital’s diplomatic calendar.
In its sixteenth year, the awards ceremony recognises the outstanding work and achievements of London’s diplomatic community who are trying to better their nations’ well-being.
On April 28, 2026, the Conservative Middle East Council (CMEC) hosted the ambassadors of Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan for a briefing focused on the regional security situation and the diplomatic efforts to end the war.
The ambassador stressed the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire and the importance of protecting civilian lives.
Her Excellency emphasized the need to alleviate the severe humanitarian crisis that the country continues to endure as a result of the ongoing conflict.
The Ambassador of Lebanon Farah Berri and DHM Marwan Francis had a constructive and engaging meeting with Rt Hon Emily Thornberry MP, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, and members of the Committee about the ongoing situation in Lebanon.
On March 29, 2026, the Ambassador of Lebanon to the United Kingdom, HE Farah Berry, accompanied by Deputy Head of Mission Counselor Marwan Francis, visited Manchester to meet with the vibrant Lebanese community there.
The visit was aimed at reaching out to all Lebanese across Northern England. As part of this initiative, the Ambassador announced that starting April, monthly visits to the city, by an embassy representative, will be scheduled, to assist with consular services.
Once the annex enters into force for Lebanon, ships flying its flag and those operating in its jurisdiction will be required to comply with these regulations, strengthening environmental governance in the maritime sector.
The Ambassador of Lebanon has formally deposited the instruments of accession to Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention with the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Lebanon’s accession to Annex VI demonstrates its intention to align with international maritime environmental standards and to contribute to global efforts in combating air pollution and climate change.