Appointment of Ambassadors

Today I announce the appointment of highly qualified individuals to lead Australian diplomatic posts in Germany and the Federated States of Micronesia and to lead Australian representation to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC).

Our diplomats work for Australia by creating and driving opportunities for closer cooperation, supporting Australians overseas and prosecuting our national interests around the world.

I am pleased to announce the following appointments:

• Ms Natasha Smith as Australia's next Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany.
• Ms Jenny Grant-Curnow as Australia's next Ambassador to the Federated States of Micronesia.
• Ms Elizabeth Ward as Australia's next Ambassador for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC).

I thank the outgoing Ambassadors for their contributions to advancing Australia's interests.