Dear Boris Johnson, Time for Fewer Gaffes and Better Diplomacy?

Boris Johnson’s appointment as a Foreign Secretary has prompted a massive storm on social media. 

Sonal Gupta
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Theresa May appointed Boris Johnson as Foreign Secretary of the UK. (Photo: AP)
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Theresa May appointed Boris Johnson as Foreign Secretary of the UK. (Photo: AP)
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On Wednesday, Boris Johnson was appointed the new British Foreign Secretary by Conservative Prime Minister Theresa May.

This appointment has come as a surprise to all and has prompted a massive reaction on various social media platforms from friends and critics alike.

From referring to black people as ‘piccannies’ to reviling Barack Obama’s part Kenyan heritage, and taking a dig at Hillary Clinton’s looks and marriage; Boris Johnson has done it all.

Funnily enough, he doesn’t seem to be too fond of his famously considered lookalike, Donald Trump either.

So we bring to you Boris Johnson at his undiplomatic best– which is ironic, considering the fact, that his portfolio requires more diplomacy and tact than any other’s.

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