Paul Madden

British High Commissioner to Australia

Paul Madden - British High Commissioner to Australia
Born

April 25th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a senior diplomat in various capacities within the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Held the position of British High Commissioner to Australia from 2015 to 2019. Managed diplomatic relations and represented British interests in Australia during tenure. Engaged in discussions regarding trade, security, and international cooperation between the UK and Australia.

Served as British High Commissioner to Australia

Worked in various diplomatic roles in the UK Foreign Office

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