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Liberals Accept Nationals’ Demands to Reunite Coalition

After intense negotiations, the Liberal Party agrees in principle to the Nationals’ four key policy demands, setting the stage for a potential Coalition revival.

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Overview

  • The Liberal Party has agreed in principle to the Nationals’ demands, including lifting the nuclear energy moratorium, supermarket divestiture powers, a $20 billion regional fund, and improved rural connectivity.
  • Nationals leader David Littleproud signaled flexibility on nuclear policy, reducing the demand to lifting the moratorium rather than committing to government-funded reactors.
  • Both parties have delayed shadow cabinet announcements until the compromise is formally ratified by their respective party rooms.
  • The split earlier this week exposed internal tensions, with senior figures criticizing the handling of negotiations by both Sussan Ley and David Littleproud.
  • The Coalition aims to finalize the agreement before parliament resumes in July, with leaders under pressure to present a united opposition to the Albanese government.