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Vincent Piket
Vincent Piket during his term as the EU Diplomat for Jakarta, Indonesia
EU Senior Advisor, Prime-Minister’s Department, Government of Moldova
In office
2023–Present
Personal details
Born12 July 1959
Nijmegen, Netherlands
SpouseInes Morović Piket
OccupationDiplomat

Vincent Piket is a Dutch diplomat who has served in various capacities within the European Union's External Action Service (EEAS). He is notably recognized for his tenure as the European Union Ambassador to Indonesia and Brunei Darussalam from November 20, 2019, to October 23, 2023. Prior to this appointment, Piket held several significant positions, contributing to the EU's diplomatic missions across different regions.

Early Life and Education

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Vincent Piket holds a Doctorate in Arts from Radboud University, Nijmegen, in the Netherlands. He also completed a Master of Arts at Radboud University and the University of Hull in the United Kingdom. Additionally, he was a Fellow of the American Studies Department at Yale University in the United States and is an alumnus of the Fulbright Program. He is also a Fellow of the American Council of Learned Societies. Piket is fluent in English, French, German, and Dutch.[1]

Diplomatic Career

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Vincent Piket has had a distinguished career within the European Union's diplomatic service, holding several key positions:

EU Senior Advisor, Prime-Minister’s Department, Government of Moldova (2023-Present): Piket started a new position as a Senior Advisor to the Prime Minister in Chisinau, Moldova.[2] The goal of Piket's placement in Moldova is to assist its integration within the EU. There is a need to generate robust benefits for the Moldovan people through the association with the EU.[3]

Ambassador of the European Union to Indonesia and Brunei Darussalam (2019–2023): Piket presented his Letters of Credence to the President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, on November 20, 2019, officially commencing his tenure. During his term, he worked to strengthen EU relations with Indonesia and Brunei, focusing on areas such as trade, investment, education, and regional cooperation.[4]

Head of Division for Algeria, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia (2016–2019): Based in Brussels, Piket led EU relations with key North African nations during a period of significant regional developments.[1] For example, in April 2018 Vincent participated in a hearing organized by the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe (ALDE) titled "EU-Morocco Relations: The Current State of Play."[5][6]

During the hearing, Piket contributed to discussions on the implications of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) judgment concerning Western Sahara and its impact on EU-Morocco relations. His insights were part of a broader dialogue aimed at addressing challenges and future prospects in the cooperation between the European Union and Morocco. Piket's participation underscored his role in shaping and managing the EU's diplomatic engagements with the Maghreb region.[5][6]

Head of the European Union Office to Hong Kong and Macao (2012–2016): In this role, Piket was responsible for overseeing the EU's relations with Hong Kong and Macao, focusing on political, economic, and trade matters.[1]

Ambassador and Head of Delegation, Delegation of the European Union to Malaysia (2008–2012): Piket led efforts to enhance EU-Malaysia relations, focusing on trade, education, and cultural exchanges. During this time, he was featured as the cover icon in the Malaysian magazine "myBatik," Issue 16, highlighting his engagement with Malaysian culture and the promotion of traditional arts.[1][7]

Head of Unit, Centralised Operations for Asia and Central Asia (2005–2008): He coordinated development cooperation projects across Asia and Central Asia, promoting sustainable development and regional stability.[1]

Deputy Head of Delegation, Delegation of the European Commission to Russia (2001–2005): Piket played a crucial role in managing EU-Russia relations, addressing political and economic cooperation.[1]

Counsellor, Delegation of the European Commission to Slovenia (1998–2001): During this period, he also served as Head of Delegation ad interim from August 1999 to June 2000, contributing to Slovenia's EU accession preparations.[1]

Acting Head of Unit for Bulgaria and Romania (1997–1998): He was involved in the EU's enlargement process, focusing on Bulgaria and Romania's integration efforts.[1]

Administrator, Transition Programme for Central Europe (1993–1995): Piket facilitated transition programs aiding Central European countries in their post-Cold War transformations.[1]

Associate Administrator, EU/US Education Exchange (1992–1993): He promoted transatlantic educational exchanges, enhancing mutual understanding between the EU and the US.[1]

Contributions and Initiatives

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Throughout his diplomatic service, Piket has been involved in various initiatives aimed at enhancing the EU's engagement with partner countries:

In March 2023, he delivered a lecture at Universiti Brunei Darussalam titled "The European Union (EU) as a Global Actor in the Indo-Pacific," discussing the EU's role and policies in the region.[8]

In June 2023, Piket participated in an Ambassador Lecture at Hasanuddin University in Indonesia, focusing on "European Union Policies and Future Challenges," where he engaged with students and faculty on the EU's strategic outlook.[9]

During his tenure as Head of the European Union Office to Hong Kong and Macao from 2012 to 2016, Vincent Piket authored several opinion pieces for the South China Morning Post (SCMP), focusing on topics such as climate change and the European Union's role in global affairs. Notable articles include:

  • "Paris climate deal will offer world the opportunity for change[10]" (December 3, 2015)
  • "Paris agreement is just the beginning of a new era of climate action[11]" (January 17, 2016)
  • "Despite its challenges, the European Union remains a key partner for Hong Kong[12]" (May 9, 2016)

These contributions reflect Piket's engagement with pressing global issues and his efforts to communicate the EU's perspectives to the Hong Kong audience.

Furthermore, during his tenure in Malaysia, Piket was instrumental in promoting educational collaborations. Notably, he officiated the opening of the School of Politics, History, and International Relations at the University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus, underscoring his commitment to fostering academic partnerships.[13]

Additional Roles Prior to the European Union

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Before joining the European Union, Piket served as the Head of Projects Department at the Netherlands Organisation for International Cooperation in Education from 1989 to 1992. He was also an Assistant Lecturer at the English-American Department of Radboud University from 1984 to 1989.[1]

Personal Life

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Vincent Piket is of Dutch nationality. He is married and has one child.[1] His father, Joannes Josephus Christiaan (Jan) Piket, was a distinguished Dutch geographer and cartographer, serving as a professor of physical geography and cartography at Radboud University Nijmegen. Jan Piket was born on March 23, 1925, in Zwammerdam and passed away on January 22, 2020, in Berg en Dal, Netherlands.[14][15]

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "Vincent Piket Cirriculum Vitae" (PDF). www.eeas.europa.eu. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  2. ^ "Vincent Piket on LinkedIn: I'm happy to share that I've started a new position as Senior Advisor to… | 42 comments". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  3. ^ "10th Edition of the Moldova European Integration Forum: "Key Steps for Advancing Moldova's EU accession negotiations"". IPRE. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
  4. ^ "H.E. Vincent Piket presents letter of credence to the President of Indonesia Joko Widodo | EEAS". www.eeas.europa.eu. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  5. ^ a b Europe, Renew (2018-04-23). "ALDE Hearing: 'EU-Morocco Relations. The Current State of Play'". Medium. Archived from the original on 2021-01-18. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
  6. ^ a b "Western Sahara Resource Watch | Piket: no prohibition to apply Morocco agreements to Western Sahara". wsrw.org. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
  7. ^ "Issue 16 myBatik out now!! Cover icon: Ambassador of European Union, H.E.Vincent Piket – myBatik Kuala Lumpur". 2011-12-06. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  8. ^ ihsan (2023-03-02). "UBD Hosts EU Ambassador Lecture - Universiti Brunei Darussalam". Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  9. ^ "The Ambassador of European Union Delivers the Ambassador Lecture – International Office". 2023-06-23. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  10. ^ "Paris climate deal will offer world the opportunity for change". South China Morning Post. 2015-12-03. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  11. ^ "Paris agreement is just the beginning of a new era of climate action". South China Morning Post. 2016-01-17. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  12. ^ "Despite its challenges, the European Union remains a key partner for Hong Kong". South China Morning Post. 2016-05-09. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  13. ^ "EU Ambassador opens Nottingham School of Politics - The University of Nottingham - Malaysia Campus". www.nottingham.edu.my. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  14. ^ "family report". mensenlinq.nl. Retrieved 2025-01-03.
  15. ^ Oomen, 2008, 18
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