Clemens von Goetze assumed the post of German Ambassador to Moscow

Clemens von Goetze officially assumed the post of German Ambassador to Moscow on Monday, July 20. This was reported by RBC holding with reference to the German diplomatic mission.

Von Goetze was replaced in this post by Alexander Lambsdorff, who has represented Berlin's interests in Russia since August 2023. Prior to his appointment to Moscow, the new ambassador had been the head of the German diplomatic mission in Mexico since 2024.

Clemens von Goetze's career includes working in various positions at the central office of the German Foreign Ministry and at the Embassy in Washington. The diplomat also has experience working in German missions in Japan, China and Israel.

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