Sir David Madden KCMG
Former British Ambassador
Greece, Cyprus
Languages
Greek, Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian, Russian
Area/Thematic Expertise
Greece; Cyprus; Eastern/Central Europe; international negotiation; alternative dispute resolution, mediation, foreign policy, diplomacy, corporate diplomacy, government relations
Career Overview
Sir David has extensive experience of working in and with countries and places on the brink of break-up (former Yugoslavia), those seriously divided (Berlin, Cyprus, Bosnia), and those where regional tensions run high (South-Eastern Europe).
As British High Commissioner in Cyprus, he played a full role in negotiations on a Cyprus settlement and EU accession, shuttling regularly between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot leaders.
As British Ambassador in Greece, he helped the Greek government achieve a break-through against terrorism, assisted with planning the security of the 2004 Olympic Games, and was knighted in 2003. He also gained experience in inter-Governmental disputes over significant heritage issues.
Prior to that he had postings in Belgrade, Athens and Moscow and was Head of the Eastern European Department in the Foreign & Commonwealth Office. After retirement from diplomatic service he was appointed Political Advisor to the EU Peace-Keeping Force in Bosnia, helping ensure a secure transition from the previous NATO Force, and assisting the central government in combating organised crime and corruption.
Sir David has a degree in the History of Art from the Courtauld Institute and is a published author (The Mystery of Edwin Drood published in 2011).
He also works for various animal welfare charities and is involved in the development of a Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare.
He is an accredited Mediator through ADR Group, a sister company to ADRg Ambassadors.
Recent Career History
- Political Adviser, EU Peacekeeping Force, Bosnia and Herzegovina (2004-06)
- British Ambassador to Greece (1999-2004)
- British High Commissioner, Cyprus (1994-99)
Professional Qualifications
- MA degrees at Oxford and London Universities
- HM Diplomatic Service 1970-2004
- Qualified Mediator (ADR Group)
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