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Australia's permanent migration intake could increase to address skill shortages

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Australia's permanent migration intake could increase to up to 200,000 as the nation battles skills shortages following a low visa uptake during the height of the pandemic. The government has flagged its open to the change ahead of the first jobs and skills summit next month.

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By Krishani Dhanji, Julien Oeuillet

Presented by Vahe Kateb

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Australia's permanent migration intake could increase to up to 200,000 as the nation battles skills shortages following a low visa uptake during the height of the pandemic. The government has flagged its open to the change ahead of the first jobs and skills summit next month.

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