Sourced positions
A verified position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Immigration verified
In September 2015 Joyce called for Australia to accept more Syrian refugees, with a preference to prioritise Christian refugees. In 2016 he opposed One Nation's proposed Muslim immigration ban, and he has stated his opposition to banning the burqa.
Economic nationalism verified
Barnaby Joyce has stated a preference for Australian ownership of agricultural assets, saying "My preference is always for the Australian people to be owner of the Australian asset" and "I'll never work to the exclusion of foreign investment but my preference is always for the Australian owner of the Australian asset." He supported blocking selected foreign bids (e.g. Kidman & Co) and warned against monopolistic foreign control of agricultural infrastructure.
Foreign policy & aid verified
On 10 August 2018, Joyce defended maintaining Australia's foreign aid budget, framing aid to Pacific island nations as a strategic necessity, saying Australia needs to support island nations 'otherwise the Chinese government will just move in there and support them.'
Citizenship (s44 eligibility) verified
Held New Zealand citizenship by descent from his father, which the High Court found rendered him ineligible under section 44(i); his 2016 election was declared invalid on 27 October 2017. Having renounced his New Zealand citizenship in August 2017, he was eligible to recontest and won the December 2017 New England by-election.
Record last updated 2026-08-13.