Australian politics live: Labor to reveal new immigration rules; PM hails narrowing of gender gap

The Australian government has announced a new ranking in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report, moving up to eighth out of 148 countries. According to the government, this is its highest ranking ever, and a significant climb from 43rd since the Albanese government took office.

The government attributes this ranking to improved political representation, including a majority-female cabinet, expanded paid parental leave, wage increases in female-dominated sectors, and new investments in women's health. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the ranking had "slipped to an all-time low of 50th under the previous Coalition government".

The Minister for Women, Katy Gallagher, acknowledged that there is still more work to be done, citing priorities such as ending violence against women, valuing care, improving women's economic empowerment, and strengthening women's leadership and representation.

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