The Morrison government has strongly rejected claims the number of aeroplane arrivals seeking asylum in Australia is reaching a ‘crisis’ point.
More than 95,000 asylum seekers have arrived in Australia by plane over the past five years triggering fears over exploitation and slavery.
New figures have revealed about 80 people per day since the start of July have claimed protection after landing at an Australian airport.
But the Morrison government has defended its border protection policies, saying the number of arrivals actually dropped last year, compared to the previous one.
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