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Australia to Tackle Post-Virus Labor Changes With Skills Focus

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison laid out his plans to reshape Australia’s post-coronavirus economy, saying improved job skills training will be essential for a changing labor market.

In a keynote speech to the National Press Club Tuesday, Morrison called for an overhaul of vocational education so it is more responsive to business needs. He also announced a new working group to discuss industrial relations reform over the next four months.