Australia will hold a general election on 3 May, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Friday. Climate policies, nuclear power, and the housing crisis will be key issues in the upcoming polls.
Albanese’s centre-left Labor Party came to power in May 2022 by defeating the long-ruling conservative government. However, his popularity has declined recently as he struggles to convince Australians of his economic plans.
Albanese’s right wing rival in close race
Surveys indicate a close race between Albanese and his 54-year-old rival, Peter Dutton. A former detective, Dutton supports reducing immigration and lifting the ban on nuclear power.
“Over the last few years, the world has thrown a lot at Australia in uncertain times,” Albanese told reporters.
“Because of the strength and resilience our people have shown, Australia is turning the corner. Now, on 3 May, you choose the way forward.”
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