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WASHINGTON – The United States of America has named the Director of the Foreign Service Institute who recently served as acting Secretary of State and Acting Deputy Secretary of State, Ambassador Daniel Smith as Chargé d’Affaires New Delhi.
In a statement, Office of the Spokesman said Ambassador Daniel Smith carries the highest Foreign Service rank of Career Ambassador.
He said Ambassador Smith’s appointment underscores the United States’ strong commitment to partnership with the Government of India and the Indian people.
Office of the Spokesman said Ambassador Daniel Smith will spearhead close cooperation with India to ensure that “our countries continue to advance our shared priorities, including overcoming the global pandemic”.
The statement added that the United States stands in solidarity with India adding that Ambassador Smith is committed to working together with India in partnership.
Office of the Spokesperson
Ambassador Daniel Smith, the Director of the Foreign Service Institute who recently served as acting Secretary of State and Acting Deputy Secretary of State, will be departing for New Delhi to serve as Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim. Ambassador Smith carries the highest Foreign Service rank of Career Ambassador.
Ambassador Smith’s appointment underscores the United States’ strong commitment to our partnership with the Government of India and the Indian people. He will spearhead close cooperation with India to ensure that our countries continue to advance our shared priorities, including overcoming the global pandemic.
The United States stands in solidarity with India, and Ambassador Smith is committed to working together with India in partnership.
