Miguel Benzo Perea (born 7 November 1951) is a Spanish journalist and diplomat. He served as the ambassador of Spain to various countries, including Lebanon and Luxembourg. He was also special ambassador to Iraq in 2003.
Miguel Benzo Perea | |
|---|---|
| Ambassador of Spain to Luxembourg | |
| In office 2009–2011 | |
| Ambassador of Spain to Lebanon | |
| In office 2006–2009 | |
| Special Ambassador to Iraq | |
| In office 2003–2003 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 7 December 1951 |
| Alma mater | Complutense University of Madrid |
Early life and education
editBenzo was born on 7 November 1951.[1] He obtained degrees in law and journalism from the Complutense University of Madrid.[1]
Career and activities
editFollowing his graduation Benzo joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in March 1977.[1] He served in various posts at the Ministry and was named as the special ambassador to Iraq in 2003.[2] He was the ambassador in the special mission between 2004 and 2006.[1] He was appointed ambassador of Spain to Lebanon in 2006.[1] Then he served as the ambassador of Spain to Luxembourg.[3] He is the consul general of Spain in Guadalajara, Mexico.[4]
Benzo is the author of the book entitled Embajador En Mision Especial En Irak in which he discussed the events in the post-war Iraq.[5]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e Who's Who in Lebanon 2007-2008 (19th ed.). Beirut: Publitec Publications. 2007. p. 277. doi:10.1515/9783110945904.328. ISBN 9783110945904.
- ^ Aaron Grunwald (29 January 2010). "Miguel Perea. "I expect a higher presence of Spanish financial institutions here"". Paper Jam. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
- ^ "Conférences. Highlights". cvce.eu. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
- ^ "Spanish Consulate General in Guadalajara, Mexico". visacent.com. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
- ^ "Misión en Iraq". Casa del Libro (in Spanish).