Francis Dore
Francis Dore | |
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| Born | 04 May 1933 Metz, France |
| Died | 5 September 2019 (aged 86) |
| Occupation(s) | Diplomat Jurist Educator |
Francis Dore (1933- 2019) was a French diplomat, and lawyer, known for his contributions to Franco-Indian relationships and European integration.[1] In 2003, he received the Padma Shri award [2] by Indian president A. P. J Abdul Kalam, one of India's highest civil honors, for his work in public affairs.[2]
Career
Dore started studying Political Science and Law, Later hired as a professor at the Faculty of Law in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The Royal Government under Prince Sihanouk appointed him as a legal adviser due to his expertise.
In 1965, he became cultural and scientific adviser at the French Embassy in India, [3] where he worked for a decade to enhancing diplomatic ties between France and India. During this period, he played a crucial role in fostering mutual understanding and collaboration between the two nations.[4]
Death
He died on 5 September 2019.[5]
References
- ^ "Aamir, Naseer among Padma award winners". The Times of India. 2003-01-25. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-11-30.
- ^ a b "Padma Awards | Interactive Dashboard". dashboard-padmaawards.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-11-30.
- ^ "About writer Mukundan". The New Indian Express. 2012-05-15. Retrieved 2024-11-30.
- ^ Krishnamurthy, B. (2005). Indo-French Relations: Prospects and Perspectives. Shipra Publications. ISBN 978-81-7541-214-9.
- ^ "Biographie de Francis Doré Universitaire, Diplomate (E.R.), Avocat (E.R.) - Who's Who". www.whoswho.fr (in French). Retrieved 2024-11-30.