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Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Laura Williams takes charge as new US Consul General in Hyd
Hyderabad: Laura E Williams has taken charge as the new US Consul General in Hyderabad. A distinguished career member of the US Senior Foreign Service, Laura Williams brings a wealth of experience in diplomacy, technology, and innovation to her new role. She stated that she will strive to strengthen the US-India partnership across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. Laura Williams previously served as the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Enterprise Services at the US Department of State, where she managed the suite of information technology platforms that connect diplomats in Washington and embassies worldwide. Throughout her career, she has championed initiatives to secure sensitive data, improve knowledge management practices, and leverage innovative technology to amplify public diplomacy. Her extensive overseas experience includes assignments at US Embassies in Nicosia, Algiers, Rome, and Mexico City. Prior to joining the Foreign Service, Laura Williams worked as a contractor with the US Navy Submarine Command, the US Department of State's Consular Affairs Bureau, and the US Agency for International Development.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
US consulate in Hyd gets new consul general
1 2 Hyderabad: The US consulate general in Hyderabad has appointed Laura E Williams as the new consul general. A career officer in the US senior foreign service, Williams brings over two decades of experience in diplomacy, technology, and public service. Before her posting in Hyderabad, she served as the deputy chief information officer for enterprise services at the US department of state in Washington, DC. Her previous assignments include US embassies in Cyprus, Algeria, Italy, and Bangladesh. Williams will oversee diplomatic and consular operations across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. She shared her priorities include expanding the US-India cooperation in areas such as higher education, trade, climate action, and innovation. "I'm pleased to be in Hyderabad and look forward to working closely with govt officials, business leaders, and civil society," she said. She succeeds Jennifer Larson, who recently concluded her You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
News18
4 days ago
- Business
- News18
Laura E Williams assumes charge as US Consul General in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, Aug 7 (PTI) The United States Consulate General in Hyderabad on Thursday announced that Laura E Williams has assumed charge as the new US Consul General. A distinguished career member of the US Senior Foreign Service, Williams brings extensive experience in diplomacy, technology, and innovation to her new role, a press release said. 'I am honored to serve as the US Consul General in Hyderabad," Williams said, adding, 'I look forward to strengthening the US-India partnership across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha. I am committed to building on our strong foundation of collaboration and the growing people-to-people ties that drive growth and shared prosperity." Prior to this, she served as the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Enterprise Services at the US Department of State, where she oversaw the suite of information technology platforms that connect diplomats in Washington and at US embassies across the globe. The Consulate said it welcomes Williams and looks forward to further deepening the US-India relationship under her leadership in the region. PTI VVK SSK view comments First Published: August 07, 2025, 20:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
