Wong Defends Refugee Intake as PM Pledges Not to Touch 20,000 Quota
Albanese has stepped in to confirm there will be no change to the intake, following reports that his government intended to slash the program to 13,750 places.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong defended Labor’s refugee intake, stating it maintains an “appropriate balance” between strong border policies and continued refugee resettlement. This comes after reports suggested the government planned to reduce the intake from 20,000 to 13,750 places. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has since confirmed that the 20,000 quota will remain unchanged.
- Foreign Minister Penny Wong defends Labor’s current refugee intake.
- She states the intake maintains an “appropriate balance” with strong border policies.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed the intake will not change from 20,000 places.
- This decision follows reports of a potential reduction to 13,750 places.
- Labor’s stance contrasts with pressure from One Nation to cut migration.
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