Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (center), his partner Jodie Haydon and son Nathan celebrate with supporters after securing a second term following the general election in Sydney on Saturday. Rick Rycroft/AP hide caption
In a historic victory, Anthony Albanese became the first Australian prime minister in 21 years to win a second consecutive term on Saturday. Albanese attributed his government's success to prioritizing Australian values over foreign influences like the Trump administration.
Addressing his supporters in Sydney, Albanese emphasized the importance of staying true to Australian values and not seeking inspiration from overseas. He expressed gratitude for the trust placed in his government by the Australian people.
During the campaign, Albanese's Labor Party criticized opponent Peter Dutton and the Liberal Party for emulating Trump's policies. Dutton later conceded defeat and acknowledged losing his parliamentary seat.
Analysts believe that the shift towards mirroring Trump's approach backfired for Australian conservatives, particularly after the imposition of global tariffs by the U.S. president.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated Albanese on his re-election, highlighting the strong alliance between the United States and Australia.
As the country faces challenges such as energy policy and inflation, Albanese's government aims to address the cost of living crisis and work towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Despite the challenges ahead, Albanese's re-election signals a continuation of his government's policies and a commitment to serving the Australian people.