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Andrew Bragg Defends Proposed Migration Limits Amid Lack of Support from Colleagues

Andrew Bragg Defends Proposed Migration Limits Amid Lack of Support from Colleagues

12 Ağustos 2026The Guardian
  • Liberal senator Andrew Bragg has reaffirmed his proposal to reduce net migration to 180,000 per year, a figure not seen since the mid-2000s. Despite his stance, several Coalition colleagues, including Angus Taylor, have not publicly supported this target.
  • Bragg argues that addressing the housing shortfall requires setting a lower migration target over the next four years.
  • The proposal comes amid ongoing debates in Australia about immigration levels and their impact on housing and infrastructure. The Morrison government's previous policies have faced criticism, and Bragg's comments indicate a shift towards a more conservative stance on immigration within the party.
  • Bragg's insistence on lowering migration numbers reflects a growing concern within the party about housing shortages and population pressures. However, the lack of support from his colleagues suggests a divide within the Liberal Party regarding immigration policy.
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