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flag Australian Ambassador Kevin Rudd is leaving early in 2026 to lead the Asia Society’s China Centre.

flag Australian Ambassador Kevin Rudd is stepping down early on March 31, 2026, after three years in Washington, to become global president of the Asia Society and lead its Centre for China Analysis. flag Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed the move, praising Rudd’s role in strengthening AUKUS, securing Julian Assange’s release, and advancing economic ties, including a $3 billion critical minerals deal. flag Despite past criticism from former President Trump and scrutiny over former remarks about him, Rudd’s diplomatic efforts were supported by both U.S. and Australian leaders. flag His successor has not yet been named.

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