'Existential crisis': Former PM Tony Abbott becomes Liberal Party president
Tony Abbott has been elected as the president of the Liberal Party, marking a significant return to leadership for the former Prime Minister. His election comes at a time when the party faces challenges and an 'existential crisis'. Abbott's leadership is expected to influence the party's direction and strategy moving forward.
- ▪Tony Abbott has been elected as the president of the Liberal Party.
- ▪His election is seen as a response to the party's current challenges.
- ▪Abbott previously served as Prime Minister of Australia from 2013 to 2015.
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