Diplomat at 🇬🇧 Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. Tweeting about development, trade and economic growth.
Berlin, Germany
Joined October 2014
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Christina Toepell retweeted
Following the recent 🇬🇧 Ministerial announcement to fund the safe removal of weapons by @TheHaloTrust in #Somaliland, I was delighted to see firsthand their brilliant work saving lives and supporting livelihoods.
Christina Toepell retweeted
The private sector is the engine for growth.
A great exchange with businesses in Hargeisa on:
- Opportunities in agriculture, energy and exports🌱
- Strengthening investment and trade links with the 🇬🇧
- How business can help in peace building in #Somaliland and across the Horn🕊️
Christina Toepell retweeted
Fantastic to visit Berbera and see its potential and new opportunities for #Somaliland.
🇬🇧 investments have:
- Rehabilitated the Berbera-Burao road, reducing travel times by 40% 🚚
- Helped create 1,300 jobs in the port and SEZ 💼
- Built a market for 60+ women fish traders 🛍️
Christina Toepell retweeted
Congratulations to #Somaliland - hambalyo! It is an honour to be part of the next steps on your journey. #inauguration
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Today, the International Day to Eliminate Violence Against Women kickstarts #16DaysOfActivism against GBV. 1 in 3 women experience violence in their lifetime. The UK, alongside our esteemed partners, will continue to work tirelessly to put an end to GBV across the globe.
Christina Toepell retweeted
I spoke to President Bihi today, thanking him for his partnership, overseeing the delivery of successful and peaceful elections in #Somaliland. His commitment to ensuring a smooth transition is welcome.
Christina Toepell retweeted
Wonderful to meet the Chairman of the @SLNECHQ this afternoon with diplomatic colleagues to congratulate him and his team for all the excellent preparations for today’s elections in Somaliland.
#Somalilandelection
Good morning from #Hargeisa where polling stations have just opened. Everyone is excited, queues are long.
I hope the elections will be peaceful, free and fair.
#SomalilandElection
Christina Toepell retweeted
Today, in a quiet corner of #Hargeisa, we remembered all those of different faiths and nationalities, who made common cause, who fought, fell and continue to fight for our freedoms, liberty and way of life.
Christina Toepell retweeted
Thanks to #Somaliland NEC for hosting us and updating us on their plans for elections. Great to see the impressive progress being made.
@PycroftC @ctoepell
📢 The #Somaliland NEC welcomed UK FCDO’s Development Director, Mr. Chris, UK Office Head Mr. Ilyas Malek, & other two officials. Following productive discussions, NEC led a tour of its Warehouses, highlighting full readiness for elections. Grateful for the UK’s vital support! 🇬🇧
Christina Toepell retweeted
A great recap of #IDGtakeover with @MarwaadK and @PlanSomaliland 💪🏽
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🚨 Delighted to introduce, Marwaad Keyse, who will be taking over as Head of Office for the day 🚨
"Taking over the head of British office role is an exciting opportunity to show that girls like me can and should be leaders in shaping their communities and future”
#idg2024
Christina Toepell retweeted
At Ubah Inspire Our "Breaking Barriers Through Sports"program focused on including the hearing-impaired community.Special thanks to the @PlanSomaliland, #HDC, #FCDO @ctoepell,DG #Nafisa and all our guests for your support!Together,we promote inclusion and value for all.#sports
Christina Toepell retweeted
SDF is hosting a learning event on green economic growth, trade & investment. Participants will discuss tackling climate change, maintaining biodiversity & empowering women, youth, and vulnerable communities for a sustainable future 🌱✨ #BlueEconomy #Sustainability #GreenGrowth
Christina Toepell retweeted
A message from partners (🇩🇰🇸🇪🇬🇧) on International Day of Democracy 👇
#Somaliland
#DemocracyDay
Christina Toepell retweeted
Interested in applying for @CheveningFCDO? Every year, thousands of candidates from across the world get the opportunity to study for a postgraduate course in 🇬🇧. If you would like to know more, come join us this Tuesday 10th October, 7pm at the @HargeysaCC.
Christina Toepell retweeted
Packed visit to Somaliland focused on:
➡️ upcoming elections
➡️ economic development
➡️ climate resilience
Proud of our support through the SDF, empowering women entrepreneurs and demining @TheHALOTrust. Together, we're fostering progress and stability. #Somaliland #Development
Christina Toepell retweeted
Roundtable discussion on improving access for women to healthcare services and the importance of female-centric healthcare. Both are fundamental to supporting women and girls’ development in #Somaliland.
🇬🇧 proud to be playing its part through the #BetterLives programme.
