About Richard Moore
Born 1963. Richard Moore is a British diplomat and spy.
Personal life
Richard Moore was born in Tripoli, Kingdom of Libya, on 9 May 1963.
He is fluent in Turkish. Moore was appointed Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in the 2017 New Year Honours for services to UK/Turkey relations and Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (KCMG) in the 2023 Birthday Honours for services to national security and British foreign policy.
Moore was a member of the Garrick Club, but resigned his membership on 20 March 2024.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Richard Moore?
British spy, chief of Secret Intelligence Service
When was Richard Moore born?
Richard Moore was born on 9 May 1963 in Tripoli.
What is Richard Moore's occupation?
Richard Moore is a diplomat and spy.
What nationality is Richard Moore?
Richard Moore is British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Richard Moore (diplomat)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Moore. https://biography.guide/richard-moore-diplomat/
MLA: "Richard Moore." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/richard-moore-diplomat/.
Chicago: "Richard Moore." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/richard-moore-diplomat/.
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