Smiling Assassins: Kevin Rudd
Mark Baker discusses how the ambassador is easy prey for journalists seeking headlines.
In 2015, Kevin Rudd was appointed as the inaugural president of the Asia Society Policy Institute, a "think-do tank" aimed at resolving policy challenges in Asia and between Asia and the West.
The institute, founded by John D. Rockefeller III in 1956, provided a welcome opportunity for the former Australian prime minister to utilize his intellect.
By 2021, Rudd had added the titles of president and CEO of the Asia Society to his resume.
Using second-track diplomacy to assist governments and businesses in resolving policy challenges within Asia, and between Asia and the West.
Rudd was spotted with Anthony Albanese at a Friends of Australia Caucus breakfast at Blair House, Washington, after their meeting with Donald Trump.
Author's summary: Kevin Rudd's career milestones.
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