Syed Akbaruddin appointed Ambassador to UN
November 16, 2015 15:33
Just in: Syed Akbaruddin appointed as the next Ambassador/Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations at New York. Akbaruddin was a familiar face as MEA's spokesperson, and it's known that PM Modi regards him highly.
He will replace Asoke Mukerji who will be retiring. The post is generally a secretary-level one, so Akbaruddin's elevation is the first sign that merit is again one of the top considerations for posts.
He will replace Asoke Mukerji who will be retiring. The post is generally a secretary-level one, so Akbaruddin's elevation is the first sign that merit is again one of the top considerations for posts.