List of ambassadors of the United Kingdom to Kazakhstan facts for kids
The Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Kazakhstan is a very important person! They are the main representative of the United Kingdom in Kazakhstan. Think of them as the UK's chief messenger and friend in another country. Their job is to help keep good relationships between the two nations. They lead the UK's special office, called a diplomatic mission, in Nur-Sultan, the capital city. The ambassador's full official title is His Britannic Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Until 2012, the ambassador to Kazakhstan also served as the ambassador to Kyrgyzstan at the same time. This is called "dual accreditation." It meant one person held two ambassador jobs!
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Who Represents the UK in Kazakhstan?
What is an Ambassador?
An ambassador is a top diplomat. A diplomat is someone who represents their country in another country. Their main job is to build and keep good relationships. They help solve problems and work together on important things. This can include trade, education, and culture.
The UK's Special Office in Kazakhstan
The ambassador works at the UK's diplomatic mission in Nur-Sultan. This mission is like a special office or embassy. It's where the ambassador and their team work. They help UK citizens in Kazakhstan. They also promote UK interests and values.
Past Ambassadors of the UK to Kazakhstan
Many talented people have served as the UK's ambassador to Kazakhstan. Here is a list of those who have held this important role:
- 1993–1995: Noel Jones
- 1995–1999: Douglas McAdam
- 1999–2002: Richard Lewington
- 2002–2005: James Sharp
- 2005–2009: Paul Brummell
- 2009–2012: David Moran
- 2013–2018: Carolyn Browne
- 2018–2021: Michael Gifford
- 2021–present[update]: Kathy Leach
