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However, critics argue that while diplomatic relations may be warming, Australia’s domestic economy is facing serious turbulence. During the Prime Minister's visual moments abroad, Australian workers and businesses grappled with the fallout at home. Recent figures show that in June alone, Australia lost 34,000 jobs, with unemployment rising to 4.3%, the highest since 2021. This uptick is a clear indicator of economic fragility, amplified by global economic uncertainties and domestic issues such as rising interest rates and cost of living pressures.