Today I announce the appointment of seven career diplomats to head Australian overseas posts.
Australia’s ability to advance our interests abroad is dependent on the capability of our foreign service.
The appointment of experienced Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) officers underscores my commitment to enhanced Australian diplomatic capacity.
I announce the following diplomatic appointments of career DFAT officers:
Ms Berenice Owen-Jones as Australia’s next .
Ms Katie Smith as Australia’s next .
Mr Neil Hawkins as Australia’s next .
Ms Hae Kyong (HK) Yu PSM as Australia’s next .
Mr Paul Stephens as Australia’s next .
Dr Angela Macdonald PSM as Australia’s next .
Ms Annelise Young as Australia’s next .
I thank outgoing ambassadors, high commissioners and consuls-general for their contributions to advancing Australia’s interests in these countries during their respective tenures.
