Chris Halliday
Biography
Chris Halliday has served as the UK’s Deputy High Commissioner to Ghana since July 2026.
Chris is a career diplomat with nearly 20 years’ experience spanning foreign policy, national security, defence, and technology. He has served in a range of roles in London and overseas, including postings to Ottawa, Kabul, Nairobi, and Amman. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with partner governments, international organisations, civil society, and the private sector to advance UK interests and strengthen international cooperation.
Before taking up his current role, Chris held several senior positions in the FCDO in London, leading teams focused on geopolitics, Russia and Ukraine, and artificial intelligence. As Deputy High Commissioner, Chris supports the delivery of the UK-Ghana partnership across a broad portfolio, including political engagement, economic growth, security, climate, and people-to-people links. He is committed to strengthening collaboration between the UK and Ghana, promoting shared prosperity, supporting regional stability, and deepening the enduring ties between the two countries.
Chris lives in Accra with his family and is enjoying the opportunity to experience Ghana’s culture and communities across the country.
Deputy High Commissioner to Ghana
In some countries, the Deputy High Commissioner leads a subordinate office to the High Commission in another major city. The Deputy High Commissioner fulfills a similar role to a Consul General, representing the UK government and typically responsible for consular, visa and trade activities in their city or region.