Scottish Government International

Scottish Government updates on our work internationally and the work of our international offices. Contact @scotgov at

[Scottish Government International @ScotGovInter]

We are now in the pre-election period.

Our social media activity is restricted until after the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May 2026.

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[First Minister @ScotGovFM]

We are committed to supporting countries that are most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

First Minister @JohnSwinney has confirmed £7.5 million funding for projects working to tackle the impacts of climate change in the Global South.

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The Ambassador of Slovakia, Peter Susko, has made his first official visit to Scotland since his appointment late last year.

External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson met him to discuss his priorities while in post and areas for potential policy exchange with Scotland.

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External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson met the Brazilian Consul General, Joao Pedro Costa, ahead of his retirement.

He thanked him for his engagement with @scotgov during his posting as well as discussing potential areas of future collaboration between the two countries.

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External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson met with Benelux and Nordic Deputy Ambassadors to discuss shared priorities.

@scotgov remains committed to working with our European partners to strengthen economic ties, advance climate action and deepen cultural cooperation.

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Advice has been issued due to escalation following US and Israel strikes on Iran.

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External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson announced @TearfundScot and @SCIAF are to receive Scottish Government funding to help people in Malawi facing food shortages as a result of prolonged dry spells and widespread flooding.

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First Minister @JohnSwinney has reaffirmed our solidarity with Ukraine in a statement to @ScotParl.

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Scotland remains resolute in supporting Ukraine and securing peace on Ukraine’s terms.

To show our solidarity with the people of Ukraine, External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson addressed a Consular event to mark four years since Russia’s full-scale illegal invasion.

[Scottish Government International @ScotGovInter]

Scotland is committed to supporting a peaceful future for Ukraine as an independent, sovereign nation.

To show our solidarity with the people of Ukraine, St Andrew’s House was lit up in blue and yellow on the 4th anniversary of Russia’s full-scale illegal invasion of Ukraine.

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Scotland stands in solidarity with Ukraine.

Today marks four years since Russia’s full-scale, illegal invasion of the country.

We are committed to supporting a peaceful future for Ukraine as an independent, sovereign nation.

[First Minister @ScotGovFM]

Today marks four years since Russia’s full-scale, illegal invasion of Ukraine.

First Minister @JohnSwinney reaffirmed Scotland’s unwavering solidarity with Ukraine, and commitment to supporting a peaceful future for Ukraine as an independent, sovereign nation.

[Scottish Government International @ScotGovInter]

Used fishing nets from Scotland are to be re-purposed as anti-drone netting in Ukraine, External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson has confirmed.

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[Scottish Government International @ScotGovInter]

Ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, Culture Secretary @AngusRobertson hosted an event to celebrate the enduring cultural ties between the two countries and their national poets - Taras Shevchenko and Robert Burns.

[Scottish Government International @ScotGovInter]

Напередодні 4-х роковин незаконного вторгнення росії в Україну міністр з міжнародних зв’язків та культури @AngusRobertson провів захід, щоб відзначити тривалі культурні зв’язки між нашими країнами та їхніх національних поетів - Тараса Шевченка і Роберта Бернса.

[First Minister @ScotGovFM]

At a time of global insecurity, @ScotGov’s relationship with EU partners is vital.

First Minister @JohnSwinney welcomed @EESC_President Séamus Boland to Scotland to discuss economic growth and how civil society organisations can strengthen the links between countries.

[Scot Gov Culture @culturescotgov]

The world premiere of Scottish Opera’s The Great Wave, which tells the story of Hokusai’s famous woodblock print, took place in Glasgow.

Prior to the show, which received funding from the Japanese Government, Culture Secretary @AngusRobertson met @AmbJapanUK Hiroshi Suzuki.

[Scottish Government Finance and Economy @scotgoveconomy]

“Inverness Castle is an iconic landmark at the heart of the Highlands.”

Deputy First Minister @_KateForbes opened @InvernessCastle today. The castle has been transformed into a major tourist attraction with £19 million from @scotgov.

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[Scottish Government Finance and Economy @scotgoveconomy]

Speaking at a German consulate event Business Minister @RichardLochhead encouraged stronger connections between Scotland’s startup sector and Germany.

Germany has economic strength and technological leadership and is a gateway to the EU and wider global markets.

[Scottish Government International @ScotGovInter]

External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson met the Ambassador of Colombia to the UK Laura Camila Sarabia Torres.

They discussed how to develop the relationship between the two nations through people to people, innovation, fair trade, environment, culture and education links.