Chris Trott @ChrisTrott Twitter profile

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Chris Trott

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2 years

@culturaltutor I would add ဂုတ်ထိပ်တံတား (Goteik railway bridge) in Shan State, Burma. Extraordinary feet of engineering in a jungle setting.

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This morning, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore commemorated its dedication. And celebrated the miracle of 5 August snow with rose petals.

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3 years

Delighted and honoured to present my letter of appointment to His Holiness Pope Francis this morning. A memorable encounter with a truly global leader, and a special day for 🇬🇧 🇻🇦 relations. CC @UKinHolySee

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5 years

As she left South Sudan I thanked HRH for her visit. To support all women who have been victims of the conflict here. And for her message of hope - for women that they have an important role to play in building peace in 🇸🇸 and for girls that they deserve to achieve their goals.

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3 years

I promise I won't share every sunset. But this one is stunning! #Rome #Vatican

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5 years

@VBillingFCO Congratulations! Now please try Thiebou Kéthiakh and Soupou Kandja. Some of my Senegalese favourites were not often served, especially to a British Ambassador! Le Sénégal me manque!

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4 years

This afternoon I left Juba at the end of my posting to South Sudan. Thanks for all the amazing memories - I will never forget! And time for one last video crossing the Nile:

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5 months

80 years ago today Pope Pius XII thanked the 38 Irish Brigade for liberating the Vatican. Follow us as we commemorate this event. But first check out this amazing film from Pathe. @FCDOGovUK @irishbrigadeww

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2 years

I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. I will always remember his visit to the United Kingdom with great affection. His pontificate was historic and his legacy will endure.

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2 years

Rome. Just now.

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2 years

I think @Pontifex particularly appreciated this gift, presented by @AndyBurnhamGM and the Lord Mayor.

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Chris Trott

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6 years

Sudanese Ambassador Idris summoned @foreignoffice yesterday to raise concerns abt deteriorating situation in #Sudan . Implementation of State of Emergency & orders destroy freedom of expression & facilitate further use of excessive force. We made clear this is unacceptable.

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2 years

Joining the moment of reflection. Thank you ....... for everything.

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Chris Trott

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3 years

Very excited to have arrived in Rome, and to have started getting out and about. Next step is my formal accreditation- which is happening tomorrow!

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5 years

Very pleased to welcome HRH The Countess of Wessex to South Sudan today, to support Women’s participation and efforts to prevent and address gender based violence. Like everyone else her first meeting was with a thermometer! #SSOT

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2 years

This morning, after more then two years of planning and building, @UKinHolySee moved into new offices. Much closer to our hosts in the Vatican. I look forward to a proper opening ceremony in due course.

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5 years

Moving story of two Sudanese / British Drs who have given their lives in the battle against #COVID19 . Your adopted country thanks you from the bottom of its heart. And your country of origin can feel proud of your service to your community. #NHSheroes

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2 years

Happy Easter from Rome!

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5 months

What an entry!

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2 years

It has been a great honour for me to serve as Her Majesty’s Ambassador in various locations over the last 15 years. I am deeply grateful for the heartfelt message from Pope Francis.

Vatican News

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2 years

Pope Francis sends his condolences to King Charles III and the people of the United Kingdom for the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and praises her “life of unstinting service to the good of the Nation and the Commonwealth”.

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3 years

After a busy morning getting ready for the ceremony I enjoyed a cup of English Breakfast tea! Thanks to ⁦ @ChrisWardeJones ⁩ for capturing the moment!

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Chris Trott

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7 months

Today I will be walking to the seven Papal Basilicas - approximately 25km. Starting here at St Peter’s. Please wish me luck; and follow me during the day!

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3 years

Full turn out of the Diplomatic Corps accredited to 🇻🇦 for a mass/prayer for peace in 🇺🇦. In St Peter's Basilica, to be led by Cardinal Parolin, Secretary of State. #WeStandWithUkraine

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2 years

We are deeply moved and grateful to Pope Francis for this extraordinary gift. Reflecting the strength of the 🇻🇦 🇬🇧 relationship that developed over the course of the reign of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth, who met 5 Popes! @UKinHolySee

Coronation cross will include 'crucifixion relics'

The fragments gifted by the Pope are used in a new Cross of Wales to lead the coronation procession.

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3 years

A beautiful morning in St Peter's Square as we wait for Pope Francis! Happy Easter!

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4 years

Some if you may be tired of my photos of cows. But I am sure the pastoralists out there are not. So I want to ask you to vote in answer to this question: which is the most handsome cow? Vote in the following tweet.

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1 year

I know others have tweeted photos but this space in the heart of the FCDO used to be a car park. Now look at it!

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2 years

@culturaltutor For those that were not satisfied with my ‘found in haste’ photo - here is my own picture, taken on a real camera roll in June 1993!

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2 years

Today we celebrated the life of my wonderful father. I couldn’t have wished for a better role model. Thank you for everything! RIP, with all our love, John Francis Henry Trott. 1938-2023.

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6 years

Honoured to have been appointed as the next UK Ambassador to #SouthSudan . I look forward to working more closely with South Sudanese and partners in support of peace. Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to South Sudan: May 2019 -

Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to South Sudan: May 2019

Mr Christopher Trott has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan.

www.gov.uk

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4 years

You pass some of the most stunning wooded Jebels between Juba and Yei!

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5 years

Today the last of @BritishArmy Engineers leave South Sudan having successfully completed our 4 year deployment to @unmissmedia . We are proud of everything they have achieved and wish them well. @DefenceHQ @UKinSouthSudan @RadioMiraya

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7 months

I don’t normally tweet about my family. But cannot resist this: my son is going to be @MasterChefUK next Tuesday. Tune in to @BBCiPlayer to see how he gets on! #proudDad ! #MasterChef

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5 years

A real pleasure seeing Omer Eldigair in Juba as part of the FFC delegation. We had often met when I was Envoy, and he was under siege! I reconfirmed our support for the change in Sudan! And for the peace process.

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4 years

For my last official act as Ambassador I asked to pay my respects @ the Mausoleum of Dr John Garang. Honoured to be joined by colleagues from @UKinSouthSudan & @MFASouthSudan ! CC @Mama_RNdeMabior

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4 years

My trip to the cattle camp this morning was so incredible I am going to share a few more photos. But first I want you to meet Madol, Madul and Majok. #SSOT @UKinSouthSudan

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5 years

I was honoured to have been invited to present my credentials to HE The President this afternoon. The final step in becoming Her Majesty’s Ambassador to 🇸🇸 South Sudan.

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5 years

One thing I had not anticipated when I got out of bed this morning - being given a goat! I am deeply honoured to receive such a generous welcome! #Bor

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3 years

Today is the 9th Anniversary of the election of Pope Francis. Tanti auguri Santa Padre! Best wishes on this auspicious day.

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2 years

Great honour to join @GillianKeegan at the Vatican this morning for the funeral of Pope Benedict XVI. Representing the Government and people of the United Kingdom. Cc @FCDOGovUK @JamesCleverly

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5 months

We were deeply grateful to @Pontifex for giving the band the chance to play for him. As their predecessors did 80 years ago for Pius XII. @FCDOGovUK @DefenceHQ

UK in Holy See 🇬🇧🇻🇦

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5 months

This morning, the Band of the @RIrishRegiment played 'Killaloe' for Pope Francis at the end of the General Audience. Watch this truly remarkable moment

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3 years

Morning! #Nowords

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3 years

An honour to fly the Ukrainian flag today, alongside my colleagues across the world. The 🇬🇧 stands with the people of 🇺🇦 in the face e of Russia's unprovoked attack on freedom and democracy. We #StandWithUkriane

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5 years

Harking back to my former job as Envoy it was a pleasure to see SRF leaders in Juba today. We discussed the role of the Peace Commission and the importance of diversity in government.

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4 years

Great excitement in Juba this morning for the initialing of the #Sudan peace agreement. A real pleasure to see many old friends from my time as Envoy!

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3 years

Pleased to welcome HE Cardinal Parolin to the UK this evening. Along with counterpart the Nuncio. I wish 🇻🇦 delegation a productive conference in Glasgow! #COP26

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4 years

Very pleased to announce the appointment of my successor @JonnyBaxterFCDO who will arrive in January. It has been a real privilege working with 🇸🇸 over the last 4.5 years. I will be sorry to leave in December. #SSOT

Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to South Sudan: Jonny Baxter

Mr Jonny Baxter has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan in succession to Mr Christopher Trott.

www.gov.uk

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5 years

Inspiring campaign to link all those talking about South Sudan on Twitter. #SSOT I will try to remember to use the hashtag.

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3 years

Another sunset anyone?

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5 years

As a first time visitor to Yei I was struck by the spectacular scenery in the state. Very different from the North of South Sudan.

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5 years

Interesting discussion with Malik Agar, @Yassir_Arman and Ismail Jallab from SPLM-N (Agar) this afternoon. It is disappointing they were forced to leave Khartoum. Important that the voices of all Sudanese are heard at this time. @FCOIrfan @RobertF40396660

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5 years

On the last leg of my journey to Juba. Preparing to be an Ambassador has been fascinating- now I can’t wait to get started.

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5 years

28 years ago today I joined @foreignoffice fresh out of @SOAS ! It has been a huge privilege serving my country and promoting our values across the world. And even more so to be working to support peace in South Sudan and Sudan.

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5 years

Wandering through a market in Juba today look what I found! My favourite Ghanaian condiment - #Shito ! I couldn’t resist. @JonBenjamin19 would you have done?

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7 months

Rome. Now. #nofitlter

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2 years

This was my view this morning!

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2 years

Hundreds of priests concelebrate Chrism Mass, presided over by Pope Francis, in St. Peter’s Basilica, on Holy Thursday, April 6

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5 months

Very pleased to accompany @MayorofLondon to the Vatican this morning for an important discussion about climate change. And to introduce him to Sister Helen, who is also from South London!

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5 years

Congratulations to people of South Sudan who now have transitional government they have called for. We recognise this would have not been possible without compromises & commitment. UK stands ready to support SS achieve long lasting peace for its people. #SSOT @UKinSouthSudan

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4 years

Dear 🇸🇸 ese friends. The weather seems appropriate for Martyrs’ Day. As we remember those who have died as a result of conflict here, including since Independence, I urge the parties to recommit to the implementation of the peace agreement. There should be NO MORE WAR! #SSOT

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6 years

Very interesting discussions with @RailaOdinga and @AbabuNamwamba in Nairobi today. Good to hear their thoughts on #SouthSudan peace process. We all want to see sustainable peace.

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3 years

Tomorrow I am planning to do the traditional Holy Week walk. Visiting the 7 of the most important churches in Rome. Il giro delle sette chiese. Follow me #7chiese .

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5 years

On her return from Malakal HRH The Countess of Wessex presented medals to some of the UK troops serving in #UNMISS . As our deployment draws down she expressed all our thanks to them for their efforts in support of peace. @RoyalFamily

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2 years

St Peter’s Basilica this morning.

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3 years

#NewProfilePic

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2 years

This morning I joined colleagues at a funeral mass for Cardinal Pell in the Basilica. With Pope Francis saying the final commendation.

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10 months

On behalf of myself and the team @UKinHolySee I would like to wish Pope Francis a very happy, if a bit chilly, birthday.

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5 years

Very pleased to see the swearing in of South Sudan’s transitional government. Many congratulations on the parties for getting this far. We look forward to working in the implementation of the rest of the R-ARCSS. @UKinSouthSudan

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3 years

Starting out on my #7chiese walk - at St Peter's Basilica. Next stop St Paul's.

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2 years

Can I take this opportunity to wish all my followers a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. Or as one might say in the Vatican:

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3 years

Delighted to call on Archbishop Gallagher, Secretary for the Relations with States, at the Vatican 🇻🇦 this morning. I look forward to working closely together! CC @UKinHolySee

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5 years

A few more photos from #BorntoLead #IWD2020 event yesterday. I know HRH The Countess of Wessex was inspired by the women she met! Thank you @oxfamsouthsudan for your collaboration.

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4 years

Very good news from New York: UN Security Council has renewed its commitment to peace in 🇸🇸. 12 countries recognising progress, at same time expressing their unequivocal support for Arms Embargo. #SilencetheGuns #SSOT Thank you @UKUN_NewYork colleagues & fellow council memebers.

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Chris Trott

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9 years

Many congrats @MrMarkBeaumont on reaching Cape Town at 17:22 local time on 21/5. A new @GWR ? http://t.co/cljKWNgznx

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Chris Trott

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4 years

News of my appointment has generated considerable interest on here. Thanks to all those who have chosen to follow me. Including @inesanma who is my 12000th follower! I hope I will live up to expectations. I hope #SSOT will continue to take an interest.

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4 years

Fantastic to visit Molobur Cattle Camp with @FAOSouthSudan - to see provision of emergency animal health services to vulnerable livestock dependent households. Proud #UKAid is helping provide this. 🐄 🇬🇧 #SSOT

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4 years

Good to meet Governor Sarah Riel before she sets off to Wau. Discussed the importance of women’s inclusion at every level of government. And her priorities in her new role. We wish her well! #SSOT

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5 years

A second video from the King’s compound in Fashoda. I hope you don’t mind!

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5 years

Took advantage of being in Addis to meet Dr Riek Machar. Urged him to ensure the next 100 days are not wasted. The international community is eager to see the peace agreement move to the next phase.

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7 years

Stunning views of Kampala as we flew in today. Plus best in flight announcement in a long time: you are free to move around the cabin but please do not try to leave the aircraft. Thanks @KenyaAirways

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2 years

A day out in Tivoli reminded me what a privilege it is to be living in Rome!

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4 years

Pleased to handover oxygen concentrators to @MoHsouthsudan this morning. Purchased using 🇬🇧 #UKAid to help fight #COVID19SS . Great to see @DFID_UK multilateral assistance to @WHO making a difference in 🇸🇸. #SSOT

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3 years

This evening the diplomatic community accredited to the Holy See showed its solidarity with Ukraine @ St Maria in Trastevere at a service for peace. An occasion to show #WeStandWithUkraine

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5 years

This evening HRH met a group of inspiring women who are working to ensure women’s voices are heard! Thanks for a great discussion.

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9 months

Wonderful ecumenical service at the Basilica of S Bartolomeo this morning. Anglican communion celebrated by @JustinWelby . With bishops from across the world - both Catholic and Anglican.

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6 years

UK Secretary of State for DFID @PennyMordaunt reaffirms our commitment to safeguarding rights of the most vulnerable, particularly in conflict. And to support women’s participation in the peace process.

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3 years

Very powerful testimony from @sahraakarimi @ItalytoHolySee this evening talking about her work in Afghanistan 🇦🇫. @fortuneitalia #MostPowerfulWomen .

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5 years

Around 908,000 people have been affected by devastating flooding in #SouthSudan . @DFID_UK has provided a helicopter to @WFP_SouthSudan to help save vulnerable communities stranded by the floods and give vital shelter kits to people in need.

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1 year

@ctrlamb We are thrilled that Cardinal Parolin will represent Pope Francis at the Coronation. The last Cardinal doing so would probably have been Reginald Pole. In 1553.

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3 years

This morning..... #Nowords

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5 years

UK welcomed the release of political prisoners earlier this year. Pleasure to see @AjakPeter again after a long time! Cc @SivKaspe

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1 year

I am taking a few days off to realise a long standing dream .... of visiting the Holy Land! My tweets will be touristy, I am afraid. But I hope you enjoy the pictures.

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2 years

Went up the Aventine Hill this afternoon. The Basilica of St Sabina is stunning in its simplicity!

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3 years

Great honour to meet the Papal Nuncio (my counterpart) yesterday at his Residence in London. I look forward to working with you, your excellency, over the coming years!

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2 years

A year ago I presented my credentials to Pope Francis. Since when we have helped organise an event on Climate, celebrated 40 years of Ambassadorial relations and the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Thanks to @UKinHolySee for all their support!

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5 years

As I head home to #Juba today I thought I would share a few pictures from the UK. I took advantage of the break to reconnect with my West Country heritage. Visited @bathabbey and @WellsCathedral1 . Both as stunning as I remember them.

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5 years

I have tweeted videos of landings in other parts of South Sudan. Nothing compares to this view of what is normally busy Pibor town!

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1 year

On the feast of St Peter I want to share a few photos of places connected to him. His home in Capernaum, the Primacy at Mensa Christi, the location of his denials and finally the Basilica at the site of his martyrdom.

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6 years

Fantastic response to my appointment. I am really excited to be taking on the new role.

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4 years

🇬🇧 is proud to support the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund, today providing PPE to protect frontline health workers across the country. I was pleased to join colleagues at the airport for a handover ceremony. 70 tonnes of PPE to our partners @MoHsouthsudan

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2 years

Taking advantage of our spectacular view: watching the fly past in honour of Italian National Day. #freccetricolori

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