Malcolm Turnbull praises former treasurer as ‘passionate patriot’,but Labor says PM did not trust Hockey enough to maintain him as a minister The former treasurer Joe Hockey has been formally named as Australia’s next ambassador to the United States, ending months of speculation about his likely appointment, and while triggering opposition questions about his suitability.
Malcolm Turnbull lauded Hockey as a “remarkable Australian” and a “passionate patriot” with a good understanding of the workings of Washington.
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Source: theguardian.com