MEDIA RELEASE – APPOINTMENT OF AUSTRALIA’S AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

THE HON SUSSAN LEY MP
LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION
FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FARRER

SENATOR THE HON MICHAELIA CASH
SHADOW MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SENATOR FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA

MEDIA STATEMENT

APPOINTMENT OF AUSTRALIA’S AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Sunday, 25 January 2026

The Federal Opposition welcomes the appointment of Greg Moriarty AO to take on the role of Australia’s Ambassador to the United States.

The Liberal Party has always stood for a strong alliance with the United States and Mr Moriarty has a proven track record of advancing Australia’s national interest under both Labor and Liberal governments. He has served Australia in a distinguished career spanning diplomatic appointments and key roles in Australia’s defence and intelligence communities.

In this period of global uncertainty a strong alliance with the United States of America is more important than ever. Mr Moriarty is a safe pair of hands to advance Australia’s interest, build this relationship and ensure AUKUS reaches its full potential.

ENDS