Fine food on show in Melbourne
From blueberries to bacon, pear cider, peppermints, and avocado chips, the USA pavilion at Fine Food Australia was home to a huge range of American…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the American Chamber of Commerce Breakfast – Adelaide Fest
(As prepared for delivery – September 7, 2016) It is an honor and a privilege to be back in Adelaide and back at the…
“The United States and Australia: Infinite Possibilities – the New Normal” – Ambassador Berry’
(As prepared for delivery –August 31, 2016) Almost four years ago, when President Obama asked me: “John, what would make you happy?” I answered…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the screening of ‘National Parks Adventure’ –
(As prepared for delivery –August 22, 2016) A mountain sunrise, a towering waterfall, an icy glacier, a forested glade, a kaleidoscope of corals, boundless wildlife.…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the American Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, Brisbane
(As prepared for delivery –August 23, 2016) It is wonderful to be in Brisbane! I am delighted to be with you on one of my…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the launch of ‘Treasures of the American Collection’, Aust
(As prepared for delivery – July 28, 2016) It is an honor to join you in celebrating not just this incredible exhibition, but the close…
Vice President Biden’s remarks on the future of the U.S.-Australian relationship in Asia
“In December 1941, besieged by war, facing an advancing enemy, Prime Minister John Curtain issued the now-famous message to the Australian people, a message that…
Vice President Biden announces new MOU, new funding as part of Cancer Moonshot
July 17, 2016 – Melbourne, A.U. Today, Vice President Joe Biden announced the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) that will make available an…
An Update from the President On Our Mission in Afghanistan
Today, President Obama provided an update on our mission in Afghanistan, announcing that the U.S. will maintain approximately 8,400 troops there through the end of…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks on U.S. Independence Day – Canberra, 2016
(As prepared for delivery in Canberra, June 30, 2016) This is my third and, sadly, my final U.S. Independence Day as Ambassador to Australia. Before…
2016 Trafficking in Persons Report
“If there is a single theme to this year’s Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, it is the conviction that there is nothing inevitable about trafficking…
Pride Month: The U.S. Embassy Canberra presents ‘Matt Shephard is a Friend of Mine’
The push for LGBT equality has come so far, but much still remains to do. As part of #PrideMonth, we met with some Canberra friends…
Nine Australians to attend President Obama’s 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Silicon Valley
Media Release – June 20, 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Canberra is “chuffed” to announce that nine Australians will attend the Global Entrepreneurship Summit…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the American Chamber of Commerce Innovation Tour of Blue Chili,
(As prepared for delivery, June 9, 2016) Next month, on July 4th, the United States of America will turn 240 years old. The key to…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the 10th Ann. of the United States Studies Centre (USSC) and Am
(As prepared for delivery, June 9, 2016) In World War Two, my father fought for freedom alongside brave Australians; at Guadalcanal and the New Guinea…
Ambassador Berry’s remarks at the Fulbright ACT State Reception – Australian National Un
(As prepared for delivery, May 31, 2016) Over seven decades, the Fulbright program has left an indelible mark on Australia and the United States. From…
Ambassador Berry on the U.S. election…
What’s the #1 question people are asking Ambassador Berry right now?
Working Together to Prevent Domestic Violence
By U.S. Ambassador John Berry I have taken the White Ribbon oath, affirming that I will stand up, speak out and act to prevent…
