About NALO
The purpose of the Australian National University's North American Liaison Office (NALO) is to enhance the international standing and profile of the university and to support staff and students to engage more effectively with partners in the United States and Canada.
NALO is located in the Australian Embassy in Washington DC, reflecting our unique national role. NALO works closely with the Australian Government and strengthens partnerships with universities, government, think-tanks, industry and our alumni community in North America.
The United States is home to many of the world's top universities, ranks first for global research and innovation performance, is the world's largest economy and Australia's most important policy and strategic partner. Collaboration with leading North American researchers boosts the quality and impact of ANU research and creates unique opportunities for ANU students to become future leaders.
By working across the Embassy and supporting cooperation with the United States and Canada, NALO is highlighting the quality and international standing of ANU research and education, fulfilling our unique national role, delivering a globally-engaged student experience and enhancing engagement with our alumni.
Led by Professor John Blaxland and Martha Evans, you are always free to reach out and connect with our office.
Dr John Blaxland is Director of the ANU North America Liaison Office and Professor of International Security and Intelligence Studies in the Strategic and Defence Studies Centre (SDSC), Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs, College of Asia and the Pacific at the Australian National University (ANU). A former Australian military intelligence officer, he is a trusted and highly regarded historian who has authored or co-authored over a dozen broad-ranging works on international, military and security affairs. He is also an occasional media commentator.
For more information, see his researcher profile here: John Blaxland - The Australian National University