Lindy Cameron Appointed as First Woman High Commissioner to India
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointee | Lindy Cameron |
| Role | First woman high commissioner to India |
| Background | Oxford University alumna, former CEO of UK's National Cyber Security Centre |
| Career Highlights | Served in Iraq and Afghanistan, director general for country programmes |
| Significance | Marks 70 years since India appointed its first high commissioner to London |
| Current Relations | Enhanced UK-India bilateral cooperation |
| Trade Relations | Negotiations for a free-trade agreement underway |
| Defence Cooperation | Deployment of UK's carrier strike group and littoral response group |
| Strategic Initiatives | Establishment of a dedicated office for India in London |
| Outlook | Potential to advance mutual goals in trade, defence, and beyond |