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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