Smiling Assassins: Kevin Rudd
By Mark Baker, 27 October 2025
The ambassador proves easy prey for hacks in the hunt for headlines.
Kevin Rudd's Career
In 2015, Kevin Rudd was appointed inaugural president of the Asia Society Policy Institute, a self-described "think-do tank" dedicated to resolving policy challenges within Asia and between Asia and the West.
The Asia Society, founded in 1956 by John D. Rockefeller III, is a prestigious organization that welcomed Rudd's intellect as its president.
Leadership Roles
By 2021, Rudd added the titles president and CEO of the Asia Society to his impressive CV.
Using second-track diplomacy to assist governments and businesses in resolving policy challenges within Asia, and between Asia and the West.
Author's summary: Kevin Rudd's notable career milestones.
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