I recognise the long political service of Andrew Robb.
Andrew has served the Liberal Party and the nation with distinction inside and outside the Parliament.
Over recent years we have shadowed each other in Government and Opposition in the Finance and Trade portfolios, and acted as campaign spokespeople for our respective parties.
Andrew is a person of integrity.
While we havent always agreed, our personal engagement has been respectful and constructive, and I acknowledge his diligent and committed parliamentary and ministerial service.
At a personal level Andrew has shown a great deal of courage and acted as a model for many others.
I extend to Andrew and Maureen and their family the very best for the future.