Anjoum Noorani
Biography
Anjoum arrived in Brazil as HM Consul General to Rio de Janeiro in January 2022. In addition to leading the UK government’s presence in Rio de Janeiro, he oversees British diplomatic work across Brazil on 3 portfolios: energy, aviation and soft power.
Anjoum joined the UK diplomatic service in 2000. His postings overseas have included the British Embassies in Moscow, Brasilia, Mexico City and Buenos Aires. He has also worked outside Government, heading international campaigns for a UK-based youth entrepreneurship NGO.
His areas of expertise include climate and energy (including as Chief of Staff to the UK’s Minister for renewables and climate change), economic and development work, and strategic communications & counter-disinformation.
Anjoum has a first-class degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from the University of Oxford.
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British Consul General, Rio de Janeiro
The Consul General is the senior UK official in a Consulate General, which is a subordinate office to the Embassy or High Commission, usually located in another major city. The Consul General represents the UK government and is typically responsible for consular, visa and trade activities in their city or region.