Anthony Albanese is yet to clearly set out his priorities beyond implementing the Uluru statement.
The appointment of Right faction warlord Don Farrell to trade and tourism shows the continued power of the unions in controlling Labor politics. With zero experience in trade, the quintessential faceless man, who protected Anthony Albanese’s back in opposition, presumably will play a leading role in seeking to end China’s trade sanctions against Australia.Mr Albanese, who personally has made an impressive start as prime minister, says Labor must not squander the privilege of government.
However, Mr Albanese is yet to clearly set out his priorities beyond implementing the Uluru statement. Labor has promised to reduce power prices, lift real wages, and lower the cost of living. There is also fixing the budget black hole thathas discovered. And the east coast gas price “apocalypse” signals the global energy crisis has arrived in Australia.
There is plenty for the government to do. Mr Albanese and his ministers now need to get on with the job. The Australian Financial Review's succinct take on the principles at stake in major domestic and global stories - and what policy makers should do about them.
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