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Australia’s biodiversity-harmful subsidies exceed A$26 bln

Published 10:44 on February 11, 2026 / Last updated at 10:44 on February 11, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Pacific), Nature & Biodiversity (Corporate, Policy)

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Subsidies harmful to biodiversity in Australia exceeded A$26.3 billion ($18.7 bln) in 2022-23, representing over 1% of the national gross domestic product (GDP).
Subsidies harmful to biodiversity in Australia exceeded A$26.3 billion ($18.7 bln) in 2022-23, representing over 1% of the national gross domestic product (GDP).


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