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The political environment is charged, with the possibility that opposition to climate targets like net zero could spark leadership challenges or internal strife. McCormack’s comments highlight the underlying tension, as party members grapple with aligning their regional and economic priorities against national climate commitments.
The Party's Internal Divide Over Climate Policy
The debate within the National Party, a key coalition partner in Australia’s government, centers on the economic and social costs of pursuing net zero. Some members, like Senator Matt Canavan, have been vocally outspoken against the target, emphasizing concerns that such policies might harm regional Australia’s interests.