George Tomeh
George Joseph Tomeh (Arabic: جورج طعمة, born 1922 in Damascus - died 2004 in Amman) was a Syrian author, diplomat, and spokesman of the Arab cause in the United States.
George Tomeh جورج طعمة | |
|---|---|
 Tomeh as President of the UN Security Council | |
| 5th Syrian Permanent Representative to the United Nations | |
| In office 1965–1972 | |
| President | Amin al-Hafiz Nureddin al-Atassi Hafez al-Assad |
| Deputy | Yahya Arodaki |
| Preceded by | Salah el-Dine Tarazi |
| Succeeded by | Haissam Kelani |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1922 Al-Midan, Damascus, French mandate of Syria |
| Died | 2004 Amman, Jordan |
| Nationality | Syria, United States |
| Alma mater | American University of Beirut, Georgetown University |
| Profession | Politician, Diplomat, Professor, Academic administrator |
Education
Tomeh obtained a master of arts degree from the American University of Beirut and a doctorate from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
Career
Diplomat
Beginning in 1945, Tomeh represented the Syrian government in various capacities. Tomeh began his diplomatic career at the Syrian Embassy in London. He later served as Consul General of the United Arab Republic (Syria and Egypt) in New York City. Finally, he was appointed as Permanent Representative (Ambassador) of the Syrian Arab Republic to the United Nations. At the United Nations, Tomeh was a member of the committees dealing with the definition of aggression, decolonization and apartheid. In November 1970, he was the president of the Security Council. He was also appointed as minister of economics of the Syrian Government in 1964.[1][2]
Educator
In 1965, he was appointed professor of philosophy at the Syrian University. Tomeh was founding president (1988–1990) of University of Balamand in Lebanon where he was professor of philosophy and history as well.[3] Aside from teaching Dr. Tomeh has written books in Arabic and in English.[1]
Advisor
Tomeh served as an advisor to the Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) following his resignation from politics.[4]
References
- Tomeh, George G. Israel and South Africa: The Unholy Alliance. New World Press.New York, NY.1973.
- "Guinea: Invasion Repulsed". Palm Beach Post. 23 November 1970. Archived from the original on 19 July 2012. Retrieved 29 April 2010.
- "History and Evolution". Balamand University. Archived from the original on 3 April 2012. Retrieved 25 April 2012.
- "OAPEC: Its Growing Role in Arab and World Affairs". Kostenlose Bucher. Archived from the original on 3 August 2012. Retrieved 25 April 2012.