PM Defends ‘Made in Australia’ Act Amid Opposition Critique

Amidst heavy opposition to the Future Made in Australia Bill, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spent Question Time defending the proposed bill. The prime minister called it a “long-term economic security plan” for Australia, saying it would safeguard the country against future global shocks like pandemics, cyberattacks, or an energy crisis. The opposition says the bill lacks detail and does not provide relief for Australian manufacturers, families, small businesses, and farmers. Opposition Liberal Party MP Michelle Landry said it would not reduce red tape, reform taxes, or tackle inflation. Keith Wolahan of the Liberal Party joined the critique, saying businesses needed less government regulation....