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1992-4 Head of Cyprus Section, FCO London

Responsible for UN negotiations on the Cyprus dispute, relations with the government of Cyprus and for

the mandate and requirements of the British contingent of the UN force in Cyprus,

1994-7 First Secretary (Political and Economic), British Embassy, Thingssaw

Head of the Political and Economic sections of our Embassy in Poland. Responsible for relations with

Poland, and assisting Poland’s post-communist transition process with reference to preparation for EU

membership.

1997-8 Deputy Head, Africa Department (Equatorial), Foreign and Commontheyalth Office

Responsible for British political and commercial relationships with West Africa, including development

issues.