Les Bury

Public servant and Foreign Affairs Minister

Les Bury - Public servant and Foreign Affairs Minister
Born

1913
112 years ago

Died

September 7th, 1986
38 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as a public servant and politician in Australia. Held the position of 26th Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1972 to 1975. Played a significant role in shaping Australia's foreign policy during a transformative period in international relations. Promoted the importance of diplomacy and international cooperation. Contributed to Australia’s relations with key global players and focused on regional issues.

Served as Australia's 26th Minister for Foreign Affairs

Contributed to foreign policy during a transformative period

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