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Jakob Linulf
Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan
Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan
Assumed office
1 September 2022
Personal details
Born25 November 1970
Frederikssund, Denmark

Jakob Linulf (born 25 November 1970) is a Danish diplomat currently serving as the Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan.[1][2][3][4]

Early life and education

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Jakob Linulf was born on 25 November 1970 in Frederikssund, Denmark.

Growing up on a farm in the Danish country side, Linulf completed basic schooling from Førslev Centralskole near the town Fuglebjerg. Subsequently he graduated with a business high school degree from Zealand Business College in Slagelse.

In 1999, Linulf obtained a Master of Economics (Cand. Oecon.) from Aalborg University, specialising within international relations and development.

From 1996 to 2000, Linulf worked as lecturer and assistant professor, including at Roskilde University. He holds an official certification as college lecturer.[5]

Diplomatic career

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Linulf began his diplomatic career with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2000. Throughout his 25 years of service, Linulf has been dedicated to promotion of trade and investment, international development cooperation and climate action. He holds special geographical expertise on Africa and Asia. His first posting with the Danish Foreign Service was in Burkina Faso.

From 2016 to 2022, Linulf served as Danish diplomat in China. First at the Embassy of Denmark in Beijing. Later as Consul General in Shanghai, where he was also designated Dean of Shanghai’s Diplomatic Corps in 2021-2022.[6][7]

Personal life

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Jakob Linulf has three grown-up children. He is also an athlete, completing several marathons every year.[8]

Honours

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Jakob Linulf was awarded Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog in 2020.[9]

Reference

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  1. ^ "Message from the Ambassador". pakistan.um.dk. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  2. ^ "Ambassador Jakob Linulf visits DPBCouncil CPH. – Danish Pakistani Business Council". 2024-08-30. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  3. ^ "Denmark Committed To Helping Pakistan With Green Transition: Amb. Jakob Linulf". The Friday Times. 2024-06-24. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  4. ^ "Denmark's Ambassador calls on CM Maryam". 2024-04-29. Retrieved 2025-05-20.
  5. ^ Shuja, Maryam (2024-11-14). "Ambassador Jakob Linulf, Danish Diplomat - TDI". Retrieved 2025-05-20.
  6. ^ "Jakob Linulf". Scandasia. 2020-12-04. Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  7. ^ Denmark (2001). Kongelig dansk hof- og statskalender, statshaandbog for kongeriget Danmark (in Danish). ISBN 978-87-601-8944-9.
  8. ^ Post, The Frontier. "Denmark embassy organizes 2nd Islamabad Marathon". Retrieved 2025-05-12.
  9. ^ "Aga Khan Foundation, Denmark ink agreement to mitigate climate risks". www.geo.tv. Retrieved 2025-05-20.