CANBERRA, ACT, June 24 -- The Prime Minister of Australia issued the following media release:
I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners of the land on which we meet and I pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging.
I acknowledge members and senators here this evening.
And members of the diplomatic corps.
I extend my thanks to Embassy staff, and I particularly want to acknowledge Chargee d'Affaires, Erika Olson.
Erika has led the American mission in Australia with distinction, and on behalf of the Australian Government I wish her the very best for the future.
In due course, I look forward to welcoming incoming Ambassador David Brat to Australia.
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