Julie Bishop

“It is not a sign of weakness to ask for help. It is a sign of strength.”

“Australia is an island, but we are not an island of isolationism.”

“My focus is on our national interest. My focus is on what is best for Australia.”

“Gender equality is not just a women's issue. It is an economic and a security issue.”

“We must be a nation that is confident, that is creative, that is optimistic.”

“Innovation and science are the keys to our future prosperity.”

“I think it’s important that women support women.”

“You don't get to choose your neighbours, you have to work with them.”

“Education is the great enabler. It is the key to unlocking potential.”

“We need to ensure that women are empowered and that they have a voice.”

“I'm not one for navel-gazing. I'm a pragmatist.”

“The Australia-US alliance is the bedrock of our security.”

“I am a conviction politician. I believe in what I am doing.”

“If you want to be a leader, you have to be prepared to make unpopular decisions.”

“I have always believed that you should seize every opportunity.”