David Malone has been appointed president of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) beginning July 1st, replacing Maureen O'Neil who is stepping down after 10 years in the position. Malone is a 33-year veteran of the Department of External Affairs and is currently Canada's high commissioner to India – Canada's largest diplomatic mission abroad. From 1998 to 2004, he served as president of the International Peace Academy, based in New York City. In addition, Malone has taught at a number of Canadian universities and published extensively on international relations….