Key facts
- Bridget McKenzie stated conservatives are in a 'war' against mass immigration and 'woke' institutions at the CPAC GB conference in London.
- McKenzie urged rightwing movements to unite and fight against 'leftwing globalists' who she claims are undermining heritage.
- McKenzie argued for selective immigration based on values, not race.
- Pauline Hanson also attended the London CPAC event, facing criticism for her remarks on migration.
- Labor and Liberal politicians in Australia criticized Hanson's comments and appearance at the conference.
Bridget McKenzie, leader of Australia's National Party, declared at the inaugural CPAC GB conference in London that conservatives are engaged in a 'war' against mass immigration, 'leftwing globalists,' and 'woke' institutions. McKenzie urged rightwing movements across the English-speaking world to unite and fight back, framing the issues as a global ideological struggle.
McKenzie criticized Australia's immigration program, stating the Labor government planned for 2 million additional arrivals between 2022-23 and 2027-28, and argued the country should be more selective about who is allowed to settle, prioritizing values over race. She claimed globalists are well-funded, disciplined, and relentless in their efforts to undermine British heritage and Christian values.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson also attended the event, part of a tour that has drawn criticism in Australia. Hanson had previously spoken at the conference about fears of cultural decline due to immigration and 'woke' ideology. Labor frontbencher Andrew Charlton criticized Hanson's remarks as divisive, while Deputy Liberal leader Jane Hume condemned her comments and appearance with activist Tommy Robinson as 'un-Australian' and inflammatory, emphasizing Australia's proud history of multiculturalism.