A veteran diplomat with substantial experience of working in South Asia, including India, Mr. Burleigh will remain the charge d’affaires till a permanent Ambassador is named. He replaces David Mulford, who served as Ambassador for five years.
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With the change of government in the U.S., Mr. Mulford has since joined the private sector after being asked to stay on for some time as Ambassador by the Obama administration. “Ambassador Burleigh’s interim appointment reflects the U.S. government’s emphasis on assuring highest-level representation and continuity in the U.S.-Indian relations. His substantial diplomatic experience and many years in South Asia will provide leadership to the U.S. mission in India and continue to nurture the important bilateral relationship until a permanent Ambassador is named in the months ahead,” a U.S. embassy statement said.Full Story: Burleigh is US interim envoy - Hindu

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