Edelman's new public affairs and government relations arm, Edelman Global Advisory (EGA), has appointed veteran Australian corporate affairs, community engagement, and government communications leader, Peter Fraser, as Senior Advisor and head of the Australia unit.

Peter has had a long career in Australian politics at the national, state, and local levels, and most recently served as Chief of Staff to former Minister of Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel, the Hon Andrew Gee, MP.

He has also advised industry groups such as the Minerals Council of Australia, educational institutions including Charles Sturt University, as well as government agencies and companies on the development and implementation of their communications, advocacy and issues management strategies.

Deborah Lehr, EGA Global Chief Executive Officer, said: “Peter’s unique blend of service at the highest levels of Australian government and his long experience as a counsellor to senior corporate and public sector executives makes him uniquely suited to lead EGA’s efforts in a country with a regulatory environment that is watched closely by governments around the world. He will be an important addition to our global network of senior counsellors.”