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John McCarthy (Australian diplomat)
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Not to be confused with John A. McCarthy.
John Philip McCarthy AO (born 29 November 1942) is a former Australian diplomat.
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John McCarthy AO | |
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Ambassador of Australia to Vietnam | |
In office 1981 (1981)–1983 (1983) | |
Prime Minister | |
Preceded by | Philip Knight |
Succeeded by | Richard Broinowski |
14th Ambassador of Australia to Japan | |
In office 11 June 2001 (2001-06-11) – 15 July 2004 (2004-07-15) | |
Prime Minister | John Howard |
Preceded by | Peter Grey |
Succeeded by | Murray McLean |
20th Ambassador of Australia to the United States | |
In office 5 December 1995 – 1 February 1997 | |
Preceded by | Don Russell |
Succeeded by | Andrew Peacock |
Personal details | |
Born | John Philip McCarthy (1942-11-29) 29 November 1942 (age 81) Washington, D.C., United States |
Nationality | ![]() |
Children | Two daughters |
Parent(s) | Edwin McCarthy and Marjorie Mary Graham |
Alma mater | Jesus College, Cambridge |
Occupation | Diplomat, Lawyer, Barrister |
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