APRIL 30, 2021 THE WHITE HOUSE This May, during Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we recognize the history and achievements of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) across our Nation.  In the midst of a difficult year of pain and fear, we reflect on the tradition of leadership, resilience, and …

Opinion by Joe Biden, Narendra Modi, Scott Morrison and Yoshihide Suga March 14, 2021 at 5:00 a.m. GMT+11 As published in the Washington Post Joe Biden is president of the United States. Narendra Modi is prime minister of India. Scott Morrison is prime minister of Australia. Yoshihide Suga is prime minister of Japan. In December 2004, the continental shelf off the …

Chargé d’Affaires Michael Goldman visited the Peak View Memorial site on January 23 to commemorate the 1st anniversary of the death of three American crew members of a firefighting air-tanker C-130, call sign Bomber-134. Captain Ian McBeth, First Officer Paul Hudson, and Flight Engineer Rick DeMorgan Jr. lost their lives on January 23, 2020, when …

November 10, 2020 The United States Ambassador to Australia Arthur B. Culvahouse Jr. presented Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne with the U.S. Mission Australia Award for Leadership Excellence in a ceremony at the historic U.S. Ambassador’s residence in Canberra on November 10. The U.S. Mission Australia Award for Leadership Excellence celebrates the achievements of Australian women …

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of Defense Mark Esper hosted Minister for Foreign Affairs Marise Payne and Minister for Defence Linda Reynolds on July 28 in Washington for the 30th Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN 2020). View the Joint Statement , Health Security Statement , and Remarks to the Press at state.gov

A ground-breaking new report, Building Prosperity: The importance of the United States to the Australian economy, was launched in Sydney this morning.  Building Prosperity has been commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce in Australia (AmCham), produced by Deloitte, and details the immense value of U.S. trade and investment in Australia. Australian Trade Minister Simon …

Americans in Australia: 2020 has been a challenging year for Americans and Australians alike, and July 4th celebrations this year are likely to be a little different… especially for those celebrating overseas. As a way to demonstrate the diversity and shared humanity of the U.S. community here in Australia – plus to hear a little of …

The annual Report to Congress on International Religious Freedom – the International Religious Freedom Report – describes the status of religious freedom in every country. The report covers government policies violating religious belief and practices of groups, religious denominations and individuals, and U.S. policies to promote religious freedom around the world. The U.S. Department of …

Join us for a virtual discussion on how start-up businesses in Australia and the United States can learn from each other, and how Aussie entrepreneurs can access U.S. venture capital opportunities to grow and develop. This edition of our Diplomacy Delivered virtual discussion series will feature  Jenny Abramson , founder and managing partner of Rethink Impact. Rethink Impact is the …

MEDIA NOTE –  OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON MAY 28, 2020 The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Begin Text: Signatories to this statement reiterate our deep concern regarding Beijing’s decision to impose a national security law in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has flourished …

MAY 07, 2020 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), chairman and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, along with Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and Joe Courtney (D-Conn.), co-chairs of the Friends of Australia Caucus, today led a bipartisan, bicameral letter to express unwavering support for Australia amidst recent …

National Security Council – Issued on: May 4, 2020 Good morning everyone.  I’m Matt Pottinger, the Deputy National Security Advisor, speaking to you from the White House.  I bring warm greetings from the 45th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump. We gather today online, from a thousand different places, because a pandemic still …

Join us for a virtual discussion on how emerging business leaders and entrepreneurs can build lasting career resilience in a changing world, led by influential Sydney business consultant and entrepreneur, Amanda Rose ! In this first edition of our new online ‘Diplomacy Delivered’ series, we’ll explore issues facing young Australian leaders and budding entrepreneurs, including: How are Australian small …

Office of the Spokesperson – March 11, 2020 Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne today to discuss coordination of U.S. and Australia policy in the Indo-Pacific, including through the annual Australia-U.S. Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN), as well as trilateral infrastructure cooperation with Japan, and Quad coordination with Japan and …

“From the time we declared our independence as a free nation, the United States has committed itself to the ideals of democracy, individual freedom, equal protection under the rule of law, and the protection of human rights.  Our nation was founded on the premise that all human beings are created equal in rights and in …

Ambassador Culvahouse toured the USS Texas (SSN775), a state-of-the-art submarine, in Perth, Western Australia on January 31. The Virginia-class fast-attack submarine is visiting HMAS Stirling Naval Base near Rockingham for a scheduled port visit, as part of its routine patrol in the Indo-Pacific region. It has approximately 130 crewmembers. Ambassador Culvahouse said the visit of …

As bushfires continue to burn in Australia, the United States is sending additional U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) wildfire personnel to assist with ongoing bushfire suppression efforts in Australia. Three 10-person Incident Management Teams and a group consisting of air support personnel have arrived in Australia in recent days. …

Australians and Americans have fought side by side in every major U.S. military conflict of the past century, including World Wars I & II, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq, and in present-day operations against violent extremist organizations like Al Qaida, the Islamic State, and their global affiliates.  This close partnership was first formalized with the Australia, New …

By Ambassador Arthur B. Culvahouse Jr. As published in The Weekend Australian, November 23, 2020 This week at a dialogue on critical minerals in Washington, DC, Australia and the US agreed to work together as only our two countries can to ensure our security and economic prosperity. The occasion merits reflecting on just how important …

New United States Consul General David Gainer has been officially welcomed to Perth in a courtesy call with the Honourable Kim Beazley AC, Governor of Western Australia…

The U.S. Embassy and it’s Consulates will be closed on Wednesday, December 5 as employees join their fellow citizens in remembering our forty-first President of the United States.

October 24, 2018 – Canberra  Today the U.S. Mission Australia celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Embassy in Canberra and Eleanor Roosevelt’s historic trip to Australia and the Pacific by establishing the U.S. Mission Award for Leadership Excellence – awarded to former Australian Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister, Julie Bishop.  The award honors Eleanor …

As delivered by young Australian Eliza Cowley at the inaugural award for Leadership Excellence – U.S. Embassy Canberra – October 24, 2018 We are here tonight because of one woman’s innate sense of what was right, just, and necessary, as well as her journey towards a more equal world. It was only in January 1940, …

Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 4, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne by phone on August 30 and congratulated her on her recent appointment. The two reaffirmed the close alignment of the United States and Australia and pledged to …

August, 2018 THERE is a cutting-edge, multi-billion dollar industry in Australia where Americans and Aussies work side-by-side every day. It’s where US companies founded an ecosystem that is creating new opportunities for local businesses and young Australians. It is the U.S.-Australia Alliance In Action. This month, we’re shining our #AllianceInAction spotlight on large U.S.-based aerospace …

MDM18690  IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES RESOLUTION Recognizing 100 years of the United States-Australia relationship — 100 years of Mateship.   Whereas United States and Australian troops first fought to- gether in and won the Battle of Hamel on the Western Front in France on July 4, 1918, under the command of Australian …

As published in The West Australian , July 5th, 2018. By Rachel Cooke, U.S. Consul General to Perth WHEN asked about the United States’ relationship with Australia, you need look no further than WA to see the alliance is all around us. We’re partnering in boardrooms and in battle, in outer space and the outback, and in research …

As prepared for delivery, Tuesday July 3, 2018 “Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, thank you for joining the U.S. Embassy this evening as we celebrate America’s Independence Day.  I want to begin by thanking Dr Nelson and the team at the War Memorial for hosting our Independence Day event at this remarkable, hallowed venue, and …

Source: https://www.state.gov/ – May 30, 2018 2018 Marks the 20th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act In 1998, Congress overwhelmingly passed the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Act –groundbreaking and bipartisan legislation that affirmed the importance of promoting international religious freedom as a key aspect of America’s foreign policy. President Clinton signed it into law on …

The United States Consul General for Perth Rachel Cooke was among special guests at the Carnarvon Space Festival held on May 19-20, 2018, which saw the opening of a full-size Mercury Redstone rocket replica. Situated 900 kilometres north of Perth, the coastal town of Carnarvon played a crucial role during NASA space missions with a tracking …

Canberra – April 25, 2018 The United States’ Mission in Australia offers its deepest respects to the people of Australia and New Zealand this Anzac Day as we remember those who have given their lives in the ultimate sacrifice. Later this year, our two nations will commemorate another remarkable milestone of the First World War: …

Sydney – April 20, 2018 CONSUL General Valerie Fowler began ANZAC Day commemorations this year by attending the War Widow Guild’s ANZAC Remembrance Service at St Andrew’s Cathedral Sydney on Friday, April 20. At the service, contemporary war widow Gwen Cherne shared her experience with the congregation. Gwen’s poignant words resonated powerfully with Consul General …

On March 22, the U.S.-Australia Cancer Moonshot Roundtable will take place in Canberra. This Roundtable follows on from  three agreements  signed during former Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to Australia in July 2016.  The aim of the meeting is to broaden collaboration between the U.S. National Cancer Institute and Australian organizations in cancer research. It also aims to deepen cooperation …

 Issued on: February 23, 2018 via Whitehouse.gov PRESIDENT TRUMP:  Thank you very much.  It’s an honor to have Prime Minister Turnbull, Mrs. Turnbull — friends of mine and friends of Melania for, actually, quite some time. The relationship we have with Australia is a terrific relationship, and probably stronger now than ever before — maybe because of our …

The National Multicultural Festival is a wonderful Canberra event celebrating the city’s multicultural heritage and diversity! Check out our photo gallery of the festival as seen from the U.S. Embassy booth.

What a weekend of Elvis-themed fun in Parkes, New South Wales! The Parkes Elvis Festival is held every year in the second week in January, coinciding with Elvis Presley’s birthday. Now in its 25th year, the Festival continues to grow – with over 150 events across five fabulous, fun-filled days. We’re were proud to sponsor this wonderful event …

Did you know Thanksgiving in celebrated on Norfolk? The American holiday was brought to Norfolk by American merchant Isaac Robinson in the late 1890s, who began decorating the Island’s All Saints Church with local produce for the holiday. Our acting Ambassador James Carouso visited Norfolk Island this year to join the festivities. Take a look here. ..

-Via U.S. Army Public Affairs More than 33,000 U.S. and Australian personnel will participate in the biennial military training exercise Talisman Saber 2017 in Australia, June 23 to July 25, 2017. Talisman Saber, jointly sponsored by the U.S. Pacific Command and Australian Defence Force Headquarters Joint Operations Command, will incorporate U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force and …

“In recognition of LGBTI Month, the Department of State affirms its solidarity with the human rights defenders and civil society organizations working around the world to uphold the fundamental freedoms of LGBTI persons to live with dignity and freedom. We also recognize that LGBTI persons continue to face the threat of violence and discrimination. Violence …

“Today, on World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting the fundamental principles of a free press around the world. We honor those men and women who work tirelessly, often at great personal risk, to tell the stories we would not otherwise hear. They are the guardians of democratic values and ideals. The …

All the action from ANZAC Day 2017 in Australia’s National Capital…  

On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I am honored to send my thoughts, prayers, and best wishes to the people of Australia and New Zealand on Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (Anzac) Day this April 25. While this year marks the 100th anniversary of U.S. participation in the Great …

Did you know Jackie Chan once lived inside the Chief of Mission’s Residence here at the U.S. Embassy Canberra?             Jackie’s parents, Charles and Lee-Lee, worked at the residence for a number of years as a cook and housekeeper, and Jackie’s punching bag still hangs in the attic today (now autographed …

February 21, 2017 Vice President Mike Pence met today with Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop at the White House. The two reaffirmed the strong alliance between the United States and Australia and committed to maintaining the close ties of friendship between our two countries. The Vice President thanked the Foreign Minister for Australia’s multifaceted partnership …

Secretary Tillerson’s Phone Calls with Foreign Minister of Australia Julie Bishop, Foreign Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida, and Foreign Minister of the Republic of Korea Yun Byung-se The below is attributable to Acting Spokesperson Mark Toner: The Secretary spoke on Monday with his counterparts from three of America’s closest allies: Australia, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.  In each conversation, he underscored his determination to work …

January 28, 2017 President Donald J. Trump and Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull spoke by phone for twenty-five minutes today. Both leaders emphasized the enduring strength and closeness of the U.S.-Australia relationship that is critical for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region and globally. ###

January 26, 2017 Today, Vice President Mike Pence spoke with Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop.  Foreign Minister Bishop congratulated the Vice President on the inauguration.  The Vice President thanked Foreign Minister Bishop for Australia’s steadfast partnership and contributions around the globe.  The two reaffirmed the importance of continuing to strengthen the U.S.-Australia alliance to maintain …

When President Obama took office in 2009, America was engaged in two costly wars, faced a global economic crisis, and had a diminished standing with our allies and around the world. The President has refocused and reaffirmed American leadership in the world, recognizing that American strength derives not only from our military power but also …

The East-West Center is delighted to announce the 2017 Jefferson Fellowships for journalists. The 2017 program will provide journalists an opportunity to explore the policies and approach of the new US Presidential Administration from the perspective of three key countries in Asia Pacific.   Program Theme: Trade, Security and Strategic Relationships in Asia Pacific and the Future …

We have a special Veterans’ Day moment we’d like to share from our U.S. Embassy family here in Canberra. Yesterday we presented a framed portrait of U.S. veteran MSgt Meyer Levin to his son – an Australian – Arthur Barrett. MSGT Meyer Levin was a B-17 Bombardier that served in the Pacific during World War …

“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 in human beings. That conviction is where the process of change really begins—with the realization that just because a certain abuse has taken place in the past doesn’t mean that we have to tolerate …