The global economic outlook remains fragile and uncertain. Global economic imbalances persist and we must address them or risk future instability.

Any sort of political correctness needs to be swept out of the way

There are some things that can't be measured.

In Australia, average temperatures have risen almost one degree since 1910, and each decade since the 1940s has been warmer than the one before. That warming is real. Its consequences are real. And it will change our lives in real and practical ways.

Through hard work and education, we can deliver a strong economy and opportunity for all.

In the quest for comparative advantage, investment will flow towards those countries that can offer more output for fewer emissions. Inaction will cost jobs. Action will support jobs.

We encourage China to engage as a good global citizen and we are clear-eyed about where differences do lie.