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Meanwhile, the National Party's vice-president, Andrew Gee, expressed fears that net zero policies threaten regional Australia’s economy, pensioners, and small businesses. He emphasized that Australia's relatively small contribution to global emissions—just 1%—means that the focus should instead be on more significant emitters like China and India, which have yet to commit to similar reductions.
The Push to Scrap or Reassess Net Zero Targets
Recently, parts of Australia’s states, including Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and South Australia, have voted to withdraw support for net zero, escalating the pressure on the federal government. These developments reflect broader regional dissatisfaction and the recognition that aggressive policies may come at a hefty economic price.