Nicholas Hopton
RUSI Distinguished Fellow
Associated with the International Security research group
Biography
Nicholas Hopton served as the British Ambassador to Libya (2019-21), Iran (2015-18), Qatar (2013-15), and Yemen (2012-13). He also served in Paris, Rome Morocco and Mauritania.
At home, he worked in the Foreign Office, Cabinet Office and No. 10, including as a Private Secretary to UK Government Ministers.
Throughout his 35-year diplomatic career, Nicholas focused on advancing UK interests and building partnerships, including in some of the world’s most challenging environments. He brought his leadership and diplomatic expertise to bear in addressing international challenges and promoting global security, stability and prosperity.