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International institutions

The UK works with international institutions such as the United Nations, NATO, the Commonwealth and the European Union.

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The United Nations

The UK has an Ambassador at the UN who heads our Mission to the United Nations.

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NATO

NATO was founded in 1949, and more than 60 years later, is still vital to the security of the UK.

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The European Union

The European Union comprises 27 member states. Britain has been a member since 1973.

United Nations

United Nations building, New York

Find out more about the work of the United Nations

Britain and the European Union

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Find out more about the European Union

NATO

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Find out about the history of NATO, its objectives and the UK's role in the institution.

The Commonwealth

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The Commonwealth turned 60 in 2009, learn more about its members and values

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