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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

London, Englandgov.uk

Overview

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is a ministerial department of the UK Government, formed in September 2020 through the merger of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the Department for International Development (DFID). It leads the UK's diplomatic, development, and consular work around the world. The FCDO provides international development funding through various channels including grants, loans, and technical assistance to support sustainable development, reduce poverty, and tackle global challenges. It also oversees the UK's development finance institution, British International Investment (BII).

Portfolio Companies

15

Website

gov.uk

Investments

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office investments
CompanyDateStageLead
ClimaVault AfricaApr 2026GrantCo-investor
Sesi TechnologiesOct 2025GrantCo-investor
Altum Credo Home Finance Private LimitedAug 2025Series C Extension-
OGOW HealthAug 2025GrantCo-investor
TexFadApr 2025GrantLead

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HeadquartersLondon, England
Year FoundedN/A

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