The United Kingdom has named Christian Rogg as its next High Commissioner to the Republic of Ghana, succeeding Harriet Thompson, who will be taking up a new diplomatic assignment in the coming months.

The announcement was made by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), with Mr. Rogg expected to assume office in July 2025.

A Familiar Face Returning to Ghana

Mr. Christian Rogg is no stranger to Ghana. Between 2006 and 2009, he served as Head of the Governance and Growth Team at the former UK Department for International Development (DFID) in Accra. This experience provided him with firsthand exposure to Ghana’s political, economic, and development dynamics, making his return to the country both strategic and timely.

With over two decades of experience in international development, economic policy, and diplomatic service, Mr. Rogg brings a wealth of knowledge and an extensive global network to his new role. His appointment underscores the UK’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Ghana, particularly in the areas of governance, economic development, trade, and security cooperation.

A Career Built on Development Diplomacy

Christian Rogg has built a remarkable career centered on development diplomacy, with key roles spanning multiple countries and continents. Most recently, he served as Director for Development and Open Societies at the FCDO, a role that focused on strengthening democratic governance, civil society, and open government partnerships globally.

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Prior to that, from 2021 to 2023, he was the Director for Development, Parliament, Coordination and Capability, where he coordinated international development policies across UK government agencies.

—– Harriet Thompson

A Global Perspective: From Washington to Hanoi

Mr. Rogg’s global experience includes postings in Ethiopia (Addis Ababa), Nigeria (Abuja), Vietnam (Hanoi), Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa), and several leadership roles within the UK government. His extensive career reflects a deep understanding of multilateral partnerships, private sector development, economic reform, and international aid coordination.

He also has experience working with institutions such as:

The Inter-American Development Bank
PricewaterhouseCoopers
SmithKline Beecham
Merrill Lynch

Academic and Early Career Highlights

Christian Rogg’s academic journey included research and teaching positions at the University of Oxford, where he served as an instructor in the Department of Economics. He also worked as a researcher at the Development Studies Centre, helping shape policy discussions around international development. He holds significant economic expertise, supported by his early career in financial and legislative institutions, including a legislative internship with U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman.

Career Snapshot: Christian Rogg

Year	Role & Institution
2023 – Present	FCDO, Director for Development and Open Societies
2021 – 2023	FCDO, Director for Development, Parliament, Coordination and Capability
2017 – 2021	Development Director, Addis Ababa
2015 – 2017	Head of DFID, Kinshasa
2012 – 2015	Acting/Deputy Head of DFID, Abuja
2009 – 2012	Acting/Deputy Head of DFID, Hanoi
2006 – 2009	Head of Governance and Growth Team, DFID Accra
2003 – 2006	Head of Growth Team, DFID Policy Division
2000 – 2003	Economic Adviser, Private Sector Policy Department, DFID
1999 – 2000	Assistant Adviser, Business Partnerships, DFID
1998	Inter-American Development Bank, Washington, Assistant
1995 – 1997	Consultant, PwC, Washington
1995	Legislative Intern, Senator Joe Lieberman’s Office, U.S. Senate
1994	SmithKline Beecham, Assistant to Director, Business Planning
1993	Merrill Lynch, Frankfurt, Assistant to Financial Consultants
1990 – 1992	Trainee, DG Bank, Frankfurt

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Strengthening UK-Ghana Relations

Mr. Rogg’s appointment comes at a time when the UK-Ghana relationship continues to evolve, particularly in the wake of post-Brexit global realignments and growing interest in Africa’s economic potential. With Ghana being a key strategic partner in West Africa, areas of cooperation are likely to include: