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Australia tightens immigration policy to cut net intake to 225k by 2028

Australia announced tighter immigration rules targeting foreign students, aiming to reduce net annual immigration from ~300,000 to 225,000 by 2028 to ease housing market pressure. The policy shift marks a significant reversal from post-pandemic labor-driven openness, potentially affecting education exports and labor supply. Implementation details and economic impact remain uncertain.

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Australia Tightens Immigration Policy Amid Housing Strain

Australia has confirmed new immigration restrictions targeting foreign students and backpackers, aiming to reduce net annual immigration to 225,000 by 2028 from approximately 300,000. This policy shift is primarily driven by housing market pressures and follows a surge in far-right political polling. The full economic impact on education exports and labor supply remains uncertain.

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