Australia’s refugee intake to be slashed as Labor works to reduce migration amid One Nation pressure
Summary
Australia will reduce its yearly refugee intake from 20,000 to 13,750 starting in 2027-28. This decision comes as the Labor government tries to lower overall migration numbers partly due to political pressure from the One Nation party.Key Facts
- The current refugee intake is set at 20,000 per year.
- Starting in 2027-28, the intake will fall to 13,750, matching levels from the previous Coalition government.
- The government aims to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 next financial year.
- Labor increased the refugee intake from 17,875 to 20,000 in 2023 before deciding to reduce it again.
- Changes to migration rules will also tighten work permits for certain temporary visitors such as backpackers.
- Labor wants to respond to political pressure from One Nation, which supports stricter immigration policies.
- Refugee advocates and the Greens criticize the cut, saying it breaks earlier government promises and harms people fleeing conflict.
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the government is adjusting numbers to meet national economic and social needs.
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