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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Laos: Jemima Gordon-Duff
Ms Jemima Gordon-Duff has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in succession to Ms Melanie Barlow.
Ms Jemima Gordon-Duff has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in succession to Ms Melanie Barlow, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Ms Gordon-Duff will take up her appointment during August 2026.
Curriculum Vitae
Full name: Jemima Gordon-Duff
| Year | Role |
|---|---|
| 2022 to 2026 | Scottish Government, Deputy Director International Climate Change |
| 2018 to 2021 | Accra, Head of Social Sectors |
| 2016 to 2018 | Jerusalem, Head of Governance and Security |
| 2013 to 2016 | Maputo, Governance Adviser |
| 2011 to 2013 | Islamabad, Governance Adviser |
| 2011 | Quito, Deputy Head of Mission |
| 2009 to 2011 | Head of Human Rights and Democracy, Human Rights Department |
| 2006 to 2009 | Kathmandu, Second Secretary (Political) |
| 2003 to 2005 | Desk Officer for Serbia and Montenegro |
| 2003 | Joined FCO |
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Published 30 June 2026