This year we celebrate both the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Australia and the 10th anniversary of our free trade agreement. These milestones offer an extraordinary opportunity to reflect on our partnership and all its many facets. In the Asia-Pacific, U.S.-Australia cooperation has served as the bedrock for unprecedented stability ... Read More»

As the world prepares for World AIDS Day on December 1, I am reminded of the words of the esteemed Michael Kirby, “Nothing is impossible to the human spirit.” And that includes achieving the goal of an AIDS-free generation. We have reached a critical moment in the fight against HIV and AIDS.  Scientific advances have ... Read More»

Distinguished guests; Ladies and Gentlemen; All who have served our nations, most especially our Marines; It is an honor to be here to celebrate the 240th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. For over two centuries, the United States Marines have been an integral part of our history as a nation. Today, Marines are ... Read More»

Thank you Consul General Griffin and welcome to everyone here. This year we celebrate both the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Australia and the 10th anniversary of our free trade agreement.  These milestones offer an extraordinary opportunity to reflect on our partnership and all its many facets.  In the Asia-Pacific, ... Read More»

Welcome to the U.S. embassy, welcome to my home.  It is an honor to welcome each of you here today. As-Salam Aleykum, Shalom, Namaste, Allah-u-Abha, Sat Sri Akaal, Peace be with you. Thank you to BlueStar Intercultural Centre and Fethullah Erdogan for bringing us all together. Throughout time – people everywhere have asked important questions: ... Read More»