Labor has regained power after being in opposition for nine years, thanks to strong support for the Greens and climate-focused independents in the recent general election. New Prime Minister Albanese expressed his commitment to leading a government that unites Australians rather than dividing them. Despite ongoing vote counting, Albanese was sworn in to attend a meeting of the "Quad" security grouping in Tokyo. He acknowledged the challenges in the country's relationship with China as he prepared to meet with U.S. President Joe Biden and the prime ministers of Japan and India. Deputy Labor leader Richard Marles, along with three key ministers - Penny Wong in foreign affairs, Jim Chalmers as treasurer, and Katy Gallagher in finance - were sworn in. Wong will be joining Albanese on the Quad trip. Labor's campaign focused heavily on Albanese's working-class background, being raised in public housing by a single mother on a disability pension, and his reputation as a unifier. Center-left Labor is currently leading in 76 seats in the 151 seat lower house, with some races still too close to call. Independents or the Green party are expected to win more than a dozen seats as postal votes are counted. "Teal independents" campaigning in wealthy, Liberal-held areas on platforms of climate change, integrity, and equality could have a significant impact. Independent Monique Ryan emphasized that climate change was the top concern for voters in her electorate of Kooyong in Melbourne, a sentiment echoed by outgoing Treasurer Josh Frydenberg. Ryan stated that their platform was shaped by listening to constituents' values and desires. Opposition leader Albanese expressed his ambition for Labor to win enough seats to govern independently, while also highlighting agreements with certain independents to not support no-confidence motions. Upon his return from Japan, Albanese plans to swiftly fulfill his election promises, such as establishing a national anti-corruption commission and a A$15 billion manufacturing fund. The full ministry will be sworn in on June 1. Australian financial markets did not have a strong reaction to the election results on Monday because the outcome was already anticipated and there was no expectation of significant changes in economic direction. Economists at Commonwealth Bank of Australia stated that their economic forecasts and predictions for the Reserve Bank of Australia remain the same despite the change in national leadership.