NEWS STORY – Chris Rampling Appointed as UK Ambassador to the Netherlands
STORY
The UK government has announced the appointment of Chris Rampling as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. He will succeed Joanna Roper CMG and is set to assume his new role in July 2025. Rampling brings extensive diplomatic experience to the position. His recent roles include serving as Acting Director-General for Defence & Intelligence at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) from 2023 to 2024, and as National Security Director from 2020 to 2024. Previously, he was the UK Ambassador to Lebanon between 2018 and 2020. His career also includes postings in Brussels, Amman, and various roles within the FCDO, focusing on foreign policy, defence, and counter-proliferation.
The Netherlands hosts key international institutions, including the International Court of Justice and the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. Rampling’s appointment comes at a time when the UK aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and collaborate on global challenges. Joanna Roper, the outgoing ambassador, has served since 2020. Her tenure included navigating post-Brexit relations and fostering UK-Dutch cooperation across various sectors.
