Albanese Pushes for 4-year Terms to Avoid Frequent Election Cycles
Albanese remains noncommittal on the timing of the election.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (R) listens to the leader of the Opposition Liberal Party Peter Dutton speak in the House of Representatives at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on Oct. 16, 2023. David Gray/AFP via Getty Images
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reiterated calls for four-year fixed election terms in Australia, a move that would keep incumbents in power longer.
His comments come as speculation grows over when the next federal election will be called. During an interview on March 6, the prime minister avoided directly addressing election timing but emphasised the benefits of extended terms.
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
