British Ambassador to Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
Simon Wood
Biography
Simon Wood was appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in September 2025.
Simon joined the FCO in 1998. He has served overseas as:
- HM Consul-General Rio de Janeiro (2017 to 2021)
- Deputy Head of Mission, British Embassy Copenhagen (2010 to 2014)
- Head of Media and Communications, British Embassy Tokyo (2007 to 2010)
- 2nd Secretary (Trade), British Embassy Tokyo (2001 to 2004)
Simon’s other roles included: Deputy Director North East Asia (2023), Head of Crisis Management Department (2014 to 2017), and Head of Cyprus and Greece team (2004 to 2007).
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British Ambassador to Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
The Ambassador represents His Majesty The King and the UK government in the country to which they are appointed. They are responsible for the direction and work of the embassy and its consulates, including political work, trade and investment, press and cultural relations, and visa and consular services.
Previous roles in government
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British Consul General, Rio de Janeiro
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Deputy Head of Mission to the Kingdom of Denmark