U.S. Defense Attaché Office
Mission: The United States Defense Attaché Office (USDAO) Canberra represents the United States Department of Defense (DoD) to the Australian government and armed forces. As the diplomatic representative for the Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Military Service Secretaries and the Service Chiefs of Staff, the Defense Attaché acts as the sole liaison with Australian defense officials on matters of mutual interest. As a member of the US Embassy Country Team, the Defense Attaché advises the US Ambassador on military matters.
Australia’s current Force Protection Level is: Alpha Plus
Australia’s current Criminal Threat Level is: Moderate
Last update: Tuesday, 24 March 2009 GMT+1100
