William Crosbie (diplomat)
William Crosbie is a Canadian diplomat. He is the former ambassador to Afghanistan, appointed June 15, 2009.[1][2]
William Crosbie | |
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| 12th Canada Ambassador to Afghanistan | |
| In office 2009–2011 | |
| Preceded by | Ron Hoffmann |
| Succeeded by | Shelley Whiting |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Newfoundland |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Residence(s) | Ottawa |
| Alma mater | Memorial University, Dalhousie University |
| Profession | Diplomat |
Crosbie graduated from Memorial University in 1978 with a B.A. in political science and in history. He is also a graduate of Dalhousie University in 1982 with a LLB. Crosbie joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 1993 and was posted in the Washington Embassy as minister-counsellor.
References
- Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (2010-01-04). "Canada Appoints Next Ambassador to Afghanistan". Government of Canada. Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada. Retrieved January 4, 2010.
- Archived August 3, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
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