Penny Wong

Penny Wong

56 · Born: Nov 5, 1968

Personal Details

BornNov 5, 1968 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Biography

Penelope Ying-Yen Wong, a distinguished Australian politician, has been a steadfast and dedicated Senator for South Australia since the year 2002. Throughout her illustrious career, she has taken on various leadership roles, including serving as the Senate leader of the Australian Labor Party since 2013. In this capacity, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the party's stance and policies. Furthermore, Wong has also held the esteemed position of Leader of the Opposition in the Senate, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to her political convictions. Prior to her current roles, she served as a cabinet minister in the Rudd and Gillard Governments from 2007 to 2013, where she was instrumental in implementing key policies and initiatives.