US EditionChalmers Defends 'Genuine' Productivity Talks After Possible Outcomes Leaked
Prime Minister Albanese and Treasurer Chalmers reject claims that economic reforms for housing and environmental regulation were decided before the Productivity Roundtable, amid scrutiny of leaked Treasury advice.
- The Economic Reform Roundtable aims to improve productivity and resilience in the economy, beginning on Tuesday, with significant media coverage highlighting its importance.
- Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated that the advice from Treasury regarding various reforms, including housing approvals, is not government policy but part of preparatory discussions.
- Housing Minister Clare O'Neil confirmed that measures to address a 30,000 housing approval backlog and construction regulation would be discussed, emphasizing the need for meaningful outcomes.
- Opposition Leader Sussan Ley criticized the summit as a 'stitch-up,' while Chalmers asserted that it represents a genuine effort to engage with diverse economic ideas.
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