John Holloway | |
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Born | |
Died | 12 March 2013 | (aged 70)
Nationality | Australian |
Alma mater | University of New South Wales (MA) |
Occupation(s) | Public servant, diplomat, adviser |
Children | 3 daughters, 2 sons |
John Holloway (19 February 1943 - 12 March 2013) was an Australian public servant and diplomat and an advisor to the Cambodian Government. Over his career he played a key role in the Cambodian peace process, including during his time as Australian Ambassador to Cambodia from 1992 to 1994.[1][2][3][4][5]
During his career as a diplomat, Holloway took a close interest in Southeast Asian affairs. His career highlights included the following:
In June 1995, Victorian MP Ken Aldred claimed in Parliament that Holloway was a paedophile.[6] The then Secretary to of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Michael Costello told Fran Kelly in a media interview that police had investigated and said there was no evidence to support the allegation.[7] Holloway was arrested in Cambodia and brought back to Australia to face charges, including for having sex with a 14-year-old boy. Holloway denied the charge.[8] A magistrate dismissed child sex abuse charges against Holloway, calling the testimony of the chief witness "worthless".[9]
Holloway later returned to Cambodia, remaining active as an adviser to the Cambodian government and working with numerous international bodies and non-government organisations. He died in Cambodia in March 2013 after a battle with skin cancer and diabetes.[citation needed]