Ambassador to Mongolia

Today I announce the appointment of Mr Leo Zeng as Australia’s next Ambassador to Mongolia.

Australia and Mongolia have a strong and expanding bilateral relationship, built on shared democratic values, economic cooperation, education and people to people ties.

In partnership with the Government of Mongolia, Australia supports development that strengthens human resources.

We cooperate closely on defence and security including through Australia’s annual participation in the Khan Quest peacekeeping exercise hosted by Mongolia.

Mr Zeng is a career officer with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and was most recently Director, Graduate and Early Career Development Section.

He has previously served as Deputy Head of Mission in Serbia, with earlier postings in India and Republic of Korea.

I thank outgoing Ambassador Ms Katie Smith for her contributions to advancing Australia’s interests in Mongolia since 2022.