A new diplomat has taken a key position at a US consulate. Charlie J. Franta III is now in charge, having started this month.

His background includes serving at various US embassies, including those in San Jose, Buenos Aires, and Mexico City. Before becoming a diplomat, Franta was in the US Marine Corps from 1986 to 1992. He joined the State Department in 2001 and has had several assignments since then.

Further information about his new role is available from the source.