Malcolm Turnbull is an Australian politician who served as the 29th Prime Minister of Australia from September 2015 to August 2018. He is a member of the Liberal Party of Australia and has held various positions in government, including Minister for Communications. Turnbull is known for his background in business and law, having worked as a successful investment banker and lawyer before entering politics. Born on October 24, 1954, in Sydney, Turnbull studied at the University of Sydney and later at Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar. He has been a prominent advocate for issues such as climate change and innovation, and his leadership style is often characterized by a focus on economic reform and technology.