A now-or-never moment for the Albanese government
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The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver meaningful economic reforms in the May budget, with instability in the Middle East intensifying calls for action from Treasurer Jim Chalmers. The political moment is described as critical for the government's legacy and electoral prospects.
Jim Chalmers was already being pressured to unveil meaningful reforms in the May budget. Turmoil in the Middle East has made that even more pressing.