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 Tuesday, July 15 2025 15:59
Marianna Mkrtchyan

UK to change its ambassador to Armenia

UK to change its ambassador to Armenia

ArmInfo.  The United Kingdom will change its ambassador to Armenia. The statement on the UK government website reads: "Ms Alexandra Cole has been appointed His  Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of Armenia in succession to Mr  John Gallagher who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service  appointment.  Ms Cole will take up her appointment during September  2025."

Recall that Gallagher was appointed as ambassador to Armenia in  December 2020. 

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