Conservative Liberals have dismissed rumors of a leadership challenge against Sussan Ley, emphasizing their priority is to resolve internal conflicts about climate policy that have troubled the party since the election.
The party has been divided for a week over whether to maintain a commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. This disagreement has caused infighting among Liberal MPs.
Liberal representatives are scheduled to return to Canberra next week to participate in a series of discussions aimed at settling their disagreements and restoring party unity.
Conservative Liberals have hosed down speculation of a challenge to Sussan Ley’s leadership, insisting they are focused on ending a split over climate policy.
These meetings are crucial to address the ongoing dispute and reinforce the party’s stance on climate goals.
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Summary: The Liberal Party prioritizes resolving internal divisions over climate policy rather than leadership changes, aiming for unity ahead of upcoming strategy meetings.