Mark Bryson-Richardson assumes his role as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Arab Republic of Egypt

Mark Bryson-Richardson assumed his role as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Arab Republic of Egypt in August 2025. His appointment reflects the United Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Egypt and expanding cooperation across a wide range of sectors.

Following a first month of engagements with key interlocutors in Egypt, the Ambassador has outlined his key priorities for strengthening the historic and distinguished ties between the UK and Egypt. His agenda focuses on deepening bilateral relations through enhanced trade and investment, fostering collaboration in education, renewable energy, technology, and financial services to drive sustainable development. He is committed to supporting Egypt’s efforts to address regional challenges, particularly in Sudan and Gaza, and to advancing humanitarian cooperation, including the UK’s recent £1 million contribution to WHO in Egypt for Palestinian medical support. Additionally, the Ambassador aims to ensure the safety and satisfaction of the hundreds of thousands of British tourists who visit Egypt annually.

In his first statement following his appointment, Ambassador Mark Bryson-Richardson said:

"I am honoured and delighted to take up my role as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Arab Republic of Egypt. Returning to Cairo presents a unique opportunity to strengthen the historic and distinguished ties between our two countries.

I look forward to working closely with our Egyptian partners across a range of sectors, including trade, investment, education, and green growth — all of which contribute to sustainable development and shared prosperity. I also reaffirm the United Kingdom’s commitment to supporting Egypt’s efforts to find swift and effective solutions to regional tensions, in a way that promotes security and stability.

I am excited to begin this new chapter of diplomatic engagement and to build even stronger bridges of understanding and cooperation between the British and Egyptian nations."

Prior to his posting in Cairo, Mark served as the Foreign Secretary’s Representative for Humanitarian Affairs in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, where he coordinated humanitarian efforts and supported international responses to crises.

Mark has held several senior positions within His Majesty’s Government, including British Ambassador to Iraq (July 2021 – July 2023), Director for the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe at the Department for International Development/Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (2019 – 2020), and Director of the Stabilisation Unit (2014 – 2019).

Since joining the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in 1999, Mark has undertaken diplomatic assignments in Iraq, Somalia, Afghanistan, Sudan, and Pakistan, serving in roles such as Deputy Head of Mission, Political Counsellor, and Head of Political and Press Sections.