Peter Tesch

Peter Tesch is a Visiting Professor at the ANU Centre for European Studies and an Adjunct Professor in the School of Languages and Cultures at the University of Queensland. He retired from the Australian Public Service in August 2022 after 35 years, serving as Deputy Secretary for Strategy, Policy, and Industry in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Department of Defence. He held diplomatic roles as Ambassador to the Russian Federation (2016–2019) and Ambassador to Germany (2009–2013).

His research interests focus on European politics, international relations, and public policy, informed by his extensive career in strategic policy development and diplomatic engagement. He has contributed to Australia's foreign policy priorities, defense strategy, and bilateral relations with European and Eurasian nations.

Peter Tesch is affiliated with the ANU's interdisciplinary Centre for European Studies, which bridges academic research and policy analysis on contemporary European issues. No publications, awards, or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text, though his career reflects significant contributions to policy implementation and diplomatic practice.