Tom Fletcher Appointed as U.N. Humanitarian Chief

Tom Fletcher, former British diplomat and current principal of Hertford College, Oxford, has been appointed as the new U.N. humanitarian chief by Secretary-General António Guterres. He will replace Martin Griffiths, who stepped down due to health reasons. Fletcher brings extensive diplomatic and public diplomacy experience to the role.

In a significant appointment, Secretary-General António Guterres has named Tom Fletcher, a former British diplomat, as the new U.N. humanitarian chief.

Fletcher, presently the principal of Hertford College, Oxford, will fill the void left by Martin Griffiths, who stepped down due to health concerns. Fletcher's appointment was announced by U.N. deputy spokesman Farhan Haq, who praised him for his international communication skills in development, diplomacy, technology, and democracy.

Fletcher's illustrious career includes serving as the UK's ambassador to Lebanon and as a global strategist, bringing a wealth of diplomatic experience that is expected to benefit his new role.

(With inputs from agencies.)