PM defends slashing annual migrant intake by 30,000 places

NEWS: Prime Minister Scott Morrison is cutting the annual migration intake by 30,000 places and introducing new regional visas forcing skilled workers to the bush.

The prime minister has defended the timing of his decision to slash migration levels by 30,000 places, despite it occurring days after the Christchurch terrorist attacks.

The alleged gunman from Friday's attack is accused of harbouring hate against Muslim immigrants, but Prime Minister Scott Morrison said it's disappointing the incident has been linked to his migration cut.

You can read the full version of this story in English on SBS News .

 


Share
Published 20 March 2019 9:59am
Updated 20 March 2019 6:39pm
By SBS News
Presented by Tanu Attajarusit
Source: SBS News


Share this with family and friends


Follow SBS Thai

Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Thai-speaking Australians.
Understand the quirky parts of Aussie life.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
Thai News

Thai News

Watch in onDemand