British High Commissioner to Pakistan Dr. Christian Turner is expected to depart the country by mid-January.
He is expected to take the role of director general for geopolitics (Political Director) at the UK’s Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in London, the British High Commission said on Monday.
“The British Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly MP, has announced the appointment of Dr. Christian Turner CMG to a senior diplomatic position in London as Director General Geopolitical (Political Director) at the UK’s Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). “
Over his three years as High Commissioner, Christian Turner oversaw the UK’s COVID-19 repatriation efforts
“The last three years have been some of the most rewarding of my life, both professionally and personally. I will continue closely to follow Pakistan’s future in my new role in London,” Turner was quoted to have said in his statement.
