The United Kingdom announced Lindy Cameron's appointment as the new High Commissioner to India on Thursday, succeeding Alex Ellis, who will be transitioning to another role within the Diplomatic Service, according to the Foreign Office.
Cameron's appointment marks a significant milestone as she becomes the first woman to assume the position of British High Commissioner to India. The British government issued a statement stating, "Lindy Cameron CB OBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of India in succession to Alex Ellis CMG, who will be transferring to another diplomatic service appointment."
According to a statement released by the British High Commission in New Delhi, Cameron will assume her new role sometime this month. In anticipation of her new responsibilities, Cameron took to social media to express her enthusiasm. On X platform, she shared, "Immensely proud to be appointed the next British High Commissioner to India. Huge thanks to Alex Ellis for leaving such a great legacy. So looking forward to working with the amazing UK In India team. I can’t wait to get started!"
Responding to Cameron's announcement, the High Commission of India in London extended a warm welcome to her, acknowledging her historic appointment as the first female British High Commissioner to India. "Warmest congratulations to the new UK High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron from Team HCI London! Wish you every success in your tenure. We look forward to working with you and your team to further strengthen the enduring ties between our nations," the Indian mission conveyed through its official X handle.
Cameron brings with her a wealth of experience, having served as the Chief Executive of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre since 2020. Prior to that, she held the position of Director General at the UK's Northern Ireland Office and has held various significant roles in international development and defense.
Her appointment in Delhi coincides with ongoing negotiations between the UK and India for a long-pending free trade agreement (FTA). These negotiations had been put on hold until after the declaration of the Indian general election results on June 4.
Alex Ellis, her predecessor, who completed a three-year tenure in New Delhi, expressed confidence in Cameron's capabilities, stating, "A great appointment to a lovely job with an excellent UK In India team in a fascinating, vast & diverse country. Enjoy it!"
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