BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)—David Beer has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Malawi.
He succeeds Ms Holly Tett who will be transferring to another diplomatic service appointment.
Beer will take up his appointment in October 2020.
Prior to becoming High Commissioner, Beer was Malawi Country Director for the Department for International Development (DFID, now Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office – FCDO).
He has previously worked for the British Government in the USA, Ghana, Burundi, and Sudan, holding various roles including advisor, team leader and head of office.
Reacting to his appointment as British High Commissioner to Malawi, Beer said is delighted to continue working in Malawi, a country with great potential.
“I am honoured and delighted to be appointed as the British High Commissioner to Malawi. From working in Malawi over the last two years, I have seen at first hand the potential of this great country, and the warmth of its people. I look forward to further strengthening our partnership, built on the foundations of mutual affection and respect, and working to increase development, prosperity and security in Malawi and for the UK.
“I and my wife are excited to be able to continue exploring this beautiful, diverse and warm-hearted country.” said Beer.
UK is one of the principal donors to Malawi and their relationship dates back to colonial rule before the country attained its independence in 1964.
