Tag: Anthony Albanese
Faith-based politics is nothing new in Australia – so what’s Albanese really worried about?
The most serious challenges for Australia’s political system and social cohesion are not the prospect of a Muslim party or political movement.
Fatima Payman breached ‘caucus solidarity’. What does this mean and why is it so significant?
The Australian Labor Party has been around for more than a century. In that time, very few MPs have crossed the floor. Why does it matter so much that one did?
Labor gains in Newspoll as a majority of Australians oppose the Coalition’s nuclear energy plan
While Labor has a small bump in the polls, the prime minister’s net approval rating has hit its lowest point this year. But voters are more disapproving of Peter Dutton.
Albanese government raises ‘concern’ over treatment of journalist Cheng Lei with Chinese embassy
The Chinese media, however, hails a ‘spring blossom’ in China’s relations with Australia as premier’s visit concludes.
Grattan on Friday: the spectre of Abbott looms behind Dutton’s climate strategy
In a big-target strategy, characterised by a truck load of negativity, as well as laced with a dash of policy adventurism, Peter Dutton is taking the Liberals right back to Tony Abbott’s days.
China’s premier is about to visit Australia for the first time in 7 years – what can we expect?
The visit by Premier Li Qiang is more of a diplomatic and business meeting that signals the continuing thaw between the countries, and is unlikely to spur any major announcements.
Grattan on Friday: how bold will Anthony Albanese be in his ‘offer’ for a potential second term?
As it crafts its pitch, the biggest uncertainty is what sort of parliament he would likely face. If Labor is returned, would it be a majority or minority government?
View from The Hill: Albanese to walk Kokoda track and engage in some jungle diplomacy
Anthony Albanese will trek the Kokoda track on Tuesday and Wednesday, before attending the Anzac Day Dawn Service. The trek is a favourite with politicians.
Grattan on Friday: Albanese has made a statement in choosing Sam Mostyn as governor-general, but he could have been bolder
Governor-general designate Sam Mostyn would become the latest punching bag in the culture wars. But how will her Governor-Generalship compare to others past?
Zomi Frankcom is a tragic victim in the stalemated Israel-Hamas war, but don’t expect Australia’s approach to change much
The government’s rhetoric in response to the death of the Australian aid worker is stronger than we’d previously seen, but in a conflict with no clear solutions, little will change.
Federal Essential poll the worst for Labor this term; SA Labor gains Dunstan at byelection
The Coalition lead Labor 53–47, excluding undecided, in a federal Essential poll.
Why are religious discrimination laws back in the news? And where did they come from in the first place?
Religious discrimination laws have been highly controversial in Australia in recent years. Here’s where they started, and where we are now.
Will the AUKUS deal survive in the event of a Trump presidency? All signs point to yes
Amid reports of a dip in US production of nuclear submarines and concerns about the future of the agreement under Donald Trump, some have questioned the viability of AUKUS. But they need not worry.
Why have Anthony Albanese and other politicians been referred to the ICC over the Gaza war?
The war has resulted in a flurry of legal proceedings in international courts. Some cases have merit, while others are very weak.
Albanese to announce $2 billion financing facility to boost economic relations with Southeast Asia
The prime minister said ‘there is so much untapped potential’ in the region of 650 million people to the north of Australia, but ‘not unlimited time.’