The United Kingdom had recognized the union between the West Bank and Transjordan.

The United Kingdom recognised the independence of Ukraine on December 31, 1991.

Only the United Kingdom and Pakistan formally recognized such annexation, which, in regard to Jerusalem, was on a de facto basis.

At the beginning of the Second World War the United Kingdom recognised that it would need to train a large number of pilots.

The United Kingdom recognised Armenia on 31 December 1991.

The United Kingdom and France recognize Franco's government.

February 1 - The United Kingdom recognizes the Soviet Union.

January 17 - The United Kingdom recognizes the independence of the Transvaal.

January 5: The United Kingdom recognizes the People's Republic of China.

On 27 February, the United Kingdom and France recognized the Franco regime.