Australia’s Albanese Calls May 3 Election in Battle for a Second Term

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has set May 3, 2025, as the date for Australia’s federal election, marking the start of a five-week campaign as he seeks a second term. Albanese is emphasizing stability and resilience amid global uncertainty while highlighting measures designed to ease cost-of-living pressures and protect Australian interests, particularly in light of challenges linked to Donald Trump’s policies.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton and his coalition have proposed alternative policies, including cutting migration and reducing public sector jobs, to address Australia’s economic challenges. With recent polls showing improved support for Labor, political strategists note a shift away from populist politics, suggesting that the electorate may favor Albanese’s approach as the campaign progresses in early 2025.