• Kathy Giles-Diaz assumes charge as US consul general in Kolkata
    Indian Express | 24 August 2024
  • Kathy Giles-Diaz has officially assumed the role of US consul general in Kolkata, taking over from Melinda Pavek, the US Consulate said on Friday.

    She will oversee US diplomatic efforts and foster US-India relations across the Kolkata consular district, which covers the states —West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Sikkim, and the seven northeastern states of India, it said.

    “I am deeply honoured to represent the United States in east and northeast India. I look forward to meeting people and communities across the 11 states of the Kolkata Consular District and building upon the strong foundation of the US-India partnership,”Giles-Diaz said.

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