Malcolm Turnbull

Australian journalist and politician

Malcolm Turnbull - Australian journalist and politician
Born

October 24th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Born in 1954, held the position of Prime Minister of Australia from 2015 to 2018. Served as a member of the House of Representatives for the Liberal Party. Contributed to public policy debates and was actively involved in the negotiation of Australia's climate change response. Worked as a lawyer and investment banker before entering politics. Featured prominently in Australian media as a journalist.

Served as 29th Prime Minister of Australia

Advocated for same-sex marriage legislation

Led the Liberal Party from 2015 to 2018

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