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David Slinn

b. 1959

British diplomat

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About David Slinn

Born 1959. David Slinn is a British diplomat.

David Arthur Slinn (born 16 April 1959 in Northampton, England) is a retired British diplomat. He was Chargé d'Affaires to Albania in 1995 to 1996. Slinn was the first British ambassador to North Korea. Slinn was head of the Helmand Provincial Reconstruction Team between 2007 and 2008. He was appointed ambassador to Croatia in 2012 and retired from the Diplomatic Service in 2015.

He also held posts in Geneva, Ulan Bator, Pretoria, Tirana, Belgrade, and Pristina.

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Important facts

Born
16 April 1959
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Diplomat
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
University of Salford
Positions held
Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Croatia, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to North Korea
Employers
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Also known as
David Arthur Slinn

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David Slinn?

British diplomat

When was David Slinn born?

David Slinn was born on 16 April 1959.

What is David Slinn's occupation?

David Slinn is a diplomat.

What nationality is David Slinn?

David Slinn is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Slinn

· Wikidata: Q5239860

· DBpedia: David Slinn

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