WASHINGTON: Former President John F. Kennedy's daughter Caroline Kennedy was appointed US ambassador to Australia. The appointment follows the resignation of Republican Representative Arthur Kulwahouse, who assumed office during Donald trump's tenure.

Ms Kennedy, 64, is an author and lawyer. Her father was the 35th US president, who served from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. She previously served as US ambassador to Japan from 2013-2017 under former president Barack Obama.

US President Joe Biden nominated Ms Kennedy as the country’s next ambassador to Australia last December. Carol's appointment was formally approved by the US Senate.

The US senate said on Thursday she would head to Canberra as Australia’s ties with Washington strengthened in response to China’s growing power and increasingly assertive behaviour in Asia and beyond.

Caroline is a lawyer and author. Caroline praised Australia's resistance to China. She described Australia as an excellent example of how to respond to all kinds of challenges posed by China.

Australian Ambassador to the United States Arthur Sinodinos congratulated Kennedy on her appointment.