The United Kingdom has appointed Thomas Allan as its new ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain, succeeding Alastair Long. Mr. Allan will assume his role in January 2027. Previously, he served as Deputy Director, Middle East and North Africa, at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office from 2023 to 2026. His career includes roles at the Cabinet Office, DFID, and UNESCO. Mr. Long will transition to another Diplomatic Service appointment. The Foreign Office confirmed the announcement, with no further details provided.
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