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The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) promotes and protects Australia’s international interests to support our security and prosperity.

Ruth Baird commenced as Director of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Tasmania State Office in May 2023. She is responsible for managing DFAT's engagement with a wide range of stakeholders in Tasmania, including government, business, international organisations, academia, the arts and the community.

The Tasmania State Office helps DFAT maintain strong links with the community. We provide a range of services in support of our Portfolio Ministers and Parliamentary Secretary, and participate in international relations and trade with local business, academia and NGOs.