US EditionAustralian Defence Department Chief to Replace Kevin Rudd as US Ambassador
Greg Moriarty, Defence Secretary since 2017 with extensive diplomatic experience, will replace Kevin Rudd as ambassador to manage complex US-Australia relations amid global turbulence.
- Anthony Albanese announced Greg Moriarty will replace Kevin Rudd as Australia's Ambassador to the US.
- Moriarty has extensive experience, having served overseas in various roles, including Ambassador to Indonesia and Iran.
- Albanese praised Rudd's achievements as ambassador, including progressing the AUKUS submarine partnership and strengthening Australia-US ties.
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Kevin Rudd to leave in March after Trump's criticism - Washington pleased with Albanese's choice
Australian defence department chief to replace Kevin Rudd as US ambassador
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday named the country's defence department chief as the next ambassador to the U.S., after Kevin Rudd said he would step down following criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump.
‘No Better Hands’: Rudd Successor Named for US Post
Defence boss Greg Moriarty will succeed Kevin Rudd as Australian ambassador to the United States, taking over the key role in shoring up the two nations’ security ties. Moriarty has led the department since late 2017 and previously served as chief of staff to then-Liberal Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made the announcement on Sunday ahead of Rudd’s scheduled exit from the role at the end of March. “Mr Moriarty …
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