Next New Zealand PM Chris Hipkins slams 'abhorrent' personal attacks on Jacinda Ardern – Firstpost
1 year, 11 months ago

Next New Zealand PM Chris Hipkins slams 'abhorrent' personal attacks on Jacinda Ardern – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Ardern sparked a national debate about the pressures she endured when she revealed that she was stepping down, saying she no longer had ’enough in the tank' Wellington: New Zealand’s incoming prime minister Chris Hipkins criticised the ‘abhorrent’ treatment endured by Jacinda Ardern and vowed on Sunday to shield his own family, three days after her shock resignation. ‘Humbling’ Ardern said she had been exhausted after leading New Zealand through the COVID-19 pandemic, its deadliest terror attack and a volcanic eruption “I am human. That his daughter would become deputy prime minister of New Zealand “is very hard to comprehend”, she said. “I’ve received so many humbling messages about another glass ceiling being smashed.” About eight per cent of New Zealand’s 5.1 million population identifies as Pasifika — a New Zealander of Pacific Island descent.

Prime New Zealand Minister Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Hipkins  attacks  slams  family  ardern  personal  firstpost  national  prime  hipkins  zealand  leader  chris  minister  abhorrent  jacinda  pacific

History of this topic

New Zealand leader says he favours nation becoming a republic
1 year, 7 months ago

New Zealand leader says he favours nation becoming a republic

The Hindu  

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said on May 1 he personally favours his country becoming a republic, but it's not a change he intends to push for as leader. “Ideally, in time, New Zealand will become a fully independent country, will stand on our own two feet in the world, as we, by and large, do now,” Mr. Hipkins …

New Zealand leader says he favors nation becoming a republic
1 year, 7 months ago

New Zealand leader says he favors nation becoming a republic

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said Monday he personally favors his country becoming a republic, but it’s not a change he intends to push for as leader. Like many former British colonies, New Zealand continues to wrestle with what — if any — constitutional role the British monarchy should play in modern times. “Ideally, in …

New Zealand leader says he favors nation becoming a republic
1 year, 7 months ago

New Zealand leader says he favors nation becoming a republic

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Please try again later {{ …

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins in favour of becoming a republic
1 year, 7 months ago

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins in favour of becoming a republic

ABC  

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins says he personally favours his country becoming a republic, but it's not something he intends to push for as leader. Key points: Mr Hipkins isn't interested in pushing the republic debate onto New Zealanders King Charles III is represented in New Zealand by a governor-general A general election for New Zealand is being held …

Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand PM, pledges focus on economy
1 year, 10 months ago

Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand PM, pledges focus on economy

Firstpost  

Wellington: Chris Hipkins was sworn in Wednesday as New Zealand’s 41st prime minister, following the unexpected resignation last week of Jacinda Ardern. New Zealand Governor-General Cindy Kiro officiated the brief swearing in ceremony in front of his friends and colleagues after she earlier accepted Ardern’s resignation. “I’m energized and excited by the challenges that lie ahead.” Carmel Sepuloni was also …

Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand’s leader, succeeding Jacinda Ardern
1 year, 10 months ago

Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand’s leader, succeeding Jacinda Ardern

LA Times  

Chris Hipkins is sworn in as New Zealand’s new prime minister at Government House in Wellington on Wednesday. Chris Hipkins was sworn in Wednesday as New Zealand’s 41st prime minister, following the unexpected resignation last week of Jacinda Ardern. New Zealand Governor-General Cindy Kiro officiated the brief swearing-in ceremony in front of Hipkins’ friends and colleagues after she earlier accepted …

Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand PM as Ardern bows out
1 year, 10 months ago

Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand PM as Ardern bows out

Al Jazeera  

The 44-year-old faces an uphill battle to lead the ruling Labour Party to victory in October’s election amid rising inflation and a looming recession. Labour party leader Chris Hipkins has been sworn in as New Zealand’s new prime minister following the surprise resignation last week of Jacinda Ardern. Hipkins formally took office in front of New Zealand’s governor-general – the …

Jacinda Ardern makes last bow as New Zealand Prime Minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern makes last bow as New Zealand Prime Minister

Firstpost  

Wellington, New Zealand: New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern said Tuesday she was grateful for her time in office, insisting that a sustained barrage of online abuse was not the reason for her shock resignation. The 42-year-old said last week she no longer had “enough in the tank” after a turbulent five years, during which she steered the country through …

Jacinda Ardern makes her final appearance as New Zealand’s leader
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern makes her final appearance as New Zealand’s leader

LA Times  

Jacinda Ardern, who shocked New Zealand last week with her decision to step down, made her final public appearance as prime minister at the home of an Indigenous Maori religious movement. Jacinda Ardern made her final public appearance as New Zealand’s prime minister Tuesday, saying the thing she would miss most was the people, because they had been the “joy …

'Jacinda Ardern was abused by public': New Zealand's upcoming PM says 'will shield family, kids''
1 year, 11 months ago

'Jacinda Ardern was abused by public': New Zealand's upcoming PM says 'will shield family, kids''

Firstpost  

Auckland: The next prime minister of New Zealand has sworn to shield his family from the “abhorrent” treatment that his predecessor, Jacinda Ardern, endured while in office. Chris Hipkins said that a “tiny percentage” of Kiwis were guilty for mistreating Ms. Ardern in remarks made on Sunday, following a unanimous vote by Labour Party MPs in his country to support …

Chris Hipkins confirmed as New Zealand’s next prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Chris Hipkins confirmed as New Zealand’s next prime minister

Al Jazeera  

Ruling party chooses the former COVID minister to replace Jacinda Ardern as its new leader and become New Zealand’s next prime minister. “I am energised and excited by the challenge that lies ahead.” Hipkins immediately acknowledged Ardern’s leadership, who he called one of New Zealand’s greatest prime ministers and an inspiration to women and girls everywhere. She said it was …

Who is Chris Hipkins, the man set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM?
1 year, 11 months ago

Who is Chris Hipkins, the man set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM?

Firstpost  

Labour Party MP Chris Hipkins is currently serving as the education minister, minister of police, and minister for public service. According to Associated Press, the country’s Labour Party announced on Saturday that Education Minister Chris Hipkins is set to replace Ardern. The New Zealand government’s official website says Chris Hipkins is “a staunch advocate for the public education system and …

Chris Hipkins to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Chris Hipkins to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM

Deccan Chronicle  

AUCKLAND: New Zealand's former Covid-19 response minister Chris Hipkins will replace Jacinda Ardern as prime minister after receiving the only nomination from fellow MPs, the ruling Labour Party said Saturday. "The Labour Party caucus will meet at 1pm on Sunday to endorse the nomination and confirm Chris Hipkins as Party Leader," said a statement by senior Labour Party member Duncan …

Who is Chris Hipkins — New Zealand's next Prime Minister? Top facts
1 year, 11 months ago

Who is Chris Hipkins — New Zealand's next Prime Minister? Top facts

Hindustan Times  

Chris Hipkins is set to be the next Prime Minister of New Zealand, announced the country’s Labour party on Saturday. Chris Hipkins, New Zealand's incoming prime minister, during a news conference outside Parliament in Wellington, New Zealand, on Saturday. Chris Hipkins, New Zealand’s education minister, was the only candidate to enter the contest to become the next Prime Minister. “Jacinda …

Chris Hipkins to be New Zealand's next prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Chris Hipkins to be New Zealand's next prime minister

Firstpost  

Hipkins, 44, must still garner an endorsement from his Labour Party colleagues, but that is just a formality now. An official transfer of power will come in the days to follow Wellington, New Zealand: Education Minister Chris Hipkins is set to become New Zealand’s next prime minister after he was the only candidate to enter the contest Saturday to replace …

Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand’s PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand’s PM

Al Jazeera  

Currently minister for police, education and public service, Hipkins, 44, has been described as ‘sensible’ and ‘tough’. New Zealand’s police and education minister Chris Hipkins will replace Jacinda Ardern as prime minister after emerging as the only candidate nominated to lead the ruling Labour Party. “The Labour Party caucus will meet at 1pm on Sunday to endorse the nomination and …

The lessons of Jacinda Ardern: Women in politics still face an uphill battle
1 year, 11 months ago

The lessons of Jacinda Ardern: Women in politics still face an uphill battle

Salon  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Jan. 19 that she will soon resign from office. During her tenure, Ardern oversaw New Zealand's strict COVID-19 response and also dealt with other crises like the Christchurch mosque shooting in 2019. The Conversation spoke with Virginia Tech political science scholar and women in politics expert Farida Jalalzai to provide context about …

Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chris Hipkins is set to …

Who could replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister?
1 year, 11 months ago

Who could replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister?

Firstpost  

The next prime minister will be chosen from Jacinda Ardern’s ruling Labour Party, which will meet on Sunday to discuss the potential candidates. Chris Hipkins is considered the front-runner, with Kiri Allan and Michael Wood among the others Wellington: The race to replace Jacinda Ardern was on Friday shaping up as a contest between a safe pair of hands and …

Reaction to Jacinda Ardern resigning as New Zealand leader
1 year, 11 months ago

Reaction to Jacinda Ardern resigning as New Zealand leader

Associated Press  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern shocked many with her announcement Thursday that she will leave office next month. I had the privilege of being alongside New Zealand during crisis, and they placed their faith in me.” — Ardern, in announcing her decision to reporters after a Labour Party meeting “I wouldn’t want this last five and a half years …

New Zealand’s Ardern has many possibilities for a second act
1 year, 11 months ago

New Zealand’s Ardern has many possibilities for a second act

Deccan Chronicle  

WELLINGTON: When Jacinda Ardern announced this week she was stepping down as New Zealand’s prime minister, speculation began almost immediately about what she might do for a second act. “I’ll have to admit I slept well for the first time in a long time last night,” Ardern told reporters Friday, adding that she felt both sadness and relief. But I …

New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern is an icon to many for stepping down
1 year, 11 months ago

New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern is an icon to many for stepping down

The Hindu  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who became a global icon of the left and exemplified a new style of leadership, said Thursday that she would leave office. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Ardern “has shown the world how to lead with intellect and strength.” “She has demonstrated that empathy and insight are powerful leadership qualities,” Albanese tweeted. “Jacinda …

Baby at UNGA, the hijab after Christchurch attack: Big moments from Jacinda Ardern's time as New Zealand PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Baby at UNGA, the hijab after Christchurch attack: Big moments from Jacinda Ardern's time as New Zealand PM

Firstpost  

Wellington: New Zealand’s prime minister Jacinda Ardern is quitting after a tumultuous five years that shot her to global stardom as a progressive leader but left her ground down by the challenges at home. Here are five moments that marked the leadership of the 42-year-old Ardern, who declared Thursday: “I know that I no longer have enough in the tank.” …

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern steps down, leaves long list of problems for successor
1 year, 11 months ago

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern steps down, leaves long list of problems for successor

Firstpost  

Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Thursday that she will step down in a matter of weeks amid plunging popularity ratings and a raging economic crisis. “I believe that leading a country is the most privileged job anyone could ever have, but also one of the more challenging,” Ardern said. New Zealand actor and Hollywood veteran Sam …

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down
1 year, 11 months ago

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, whose empathetic handling of the nation’s worst mass-shooting and health-driven response to the coronavirus pandemic led her to become an international icon but who faced mounting criticism at home, said Thursday she was leaving office. In March 2019, Ardern faced one of the darkest days in New Zealand’s history when …

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to resign, sets October election
1 year, 11 months ago

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to resign, sets October election

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on January 19 said she is stepping down as New Zealand’s leader and will not contest general elections set for October. She was lauded globally for her country’s initial handling of the coronavirus pandemic after New Zealand managed for months to stop the virus at its borders. Ms. Ardern in December announced a Royal Commission of …

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to step down next month, not to seek re-election this year
1 year, 11 months ago

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to step down next month, not to seek re-election this year

India TV News  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she will step down from her post next month and would not be contesting this year's general elections. Ardern steered New Zealand through the coronavirus pandemic The unexpected announcement from Ardern comes after five and a half years of tenure leading New Zealand through the coronavirus pandemic. As per various reports, the …

Praise pours in for outgoing New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern
1 year, 11 months ago

Praise pours in for outgoing New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern

Al Jazeera  

Australian PM Anthony Albanese said Ardern has led New Zealand with a mix of intellect, strength, insight and empathy. “You can’t be what you can’t see,” wrote Katy Gallagher, Australia’s minister for finance, women and public service, noting that Ardern had set an example for a generation of young women who had watched her lead New Zealand with “strength, empathy …

Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand’s prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand’s prime minister

Al Jazeera  

An emotional Ardern says February 7 will be her last day in office and that she will not seek re-election this year. New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has said that she will resign from her post next month and will not contest this year’s general elections. “The question now becomes whether the voting public – who have been steadily …

Jacinda Ardern announces resignation as New Zealand prime minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern announces resignation as New Zealand prime minister

ABC  

Jacinda Ardern has announced her shock resignation as New Zealand prime minister, while also calling an election on October 14. Ms Ardern has been New Zealand's prime minister since 2017. With regards to the upcoming elections in October, Ms Ardern said she still believed New Zealand Labour would win, but signalled that Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson would not put …

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern caught name-calling rival on hot mic
2 years ago

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern caught name-calling rival on hot mic

The Hindu  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was caught on a hot mic on Tuesday using a vulgarity against a rival politician in a rare misstep for a leader known for her skill at debating and calm, measured responses. Ms. Ardern’s office said she apologized to Mr. Seymour for the comment. "It’s very out of character for Jacinda, and I’ve personally …

New Zealand PM Ardern caught name-calling rival on hot mic
2 years ago

New Zealand PM Ardern caught name-calling rival on hot mic

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was caught on a hot mic Tuesday using a vulgarity against a rival politician in a rare misstep for a leader known for her skill at debating and calm, measured responses. The comment came after lawmaker David Seymour, who leads the libertarian ACT party, peppered Ardern with questions about her …

New Zealand Gets First Indigenous Woman as Foreign Minister and Openly Gay Man as Deputy PM
4 years, 1 month ago

New Zealand Gets First Indigenous Woman as Foreign Minister and Openly Gay Man as Deputy PM

News 18  

In a couple of firsts, New Zealand appointed an indigenous woman politician as the country’s foreign minister and an openly gay man as deputy PM on Monday, setting new standards for inclusivity and diversity the world over. Apart from Maori and women, the cabinet has also earned a new feather in its cap in terms of inclusivity with Grant Robertson, …

Jacinda Ardern names ‘incredibly diverse’ New Zealand cabinet
4 years, 1 month ago

Jacinda Ardern names ‘incredibly diverse’ New Zealand cabinet

Al Jazeera  

Prime Minister Ardern appoints new ministers after landslide win in last month’s general election. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern unveiled what she called an “incredibly diverse” cabinet on Monday, as she promised to prioritise economic recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Women and the Maori community were also strongly represented in the 20-member cabinet, including new Foreign Minister Nanaia …

New Zealand election: Jacinda Ardern wins second term as Prime Minister in landslide victory
4 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand election: Jacinda Ardern wins second term as Prime Minister in landslide victory

CNN  

CNN — Jacinda Ardern has won a second term as New Zealand’s Prime Minister after her success at handling the country’s coronavirus outbreak helped secure a landslide victory. Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images Prime Minister-designate Jacinda Ardern and New Zealand First leader Winston Peters shake hands during a coalition agreement signing at Parliament on October 24, 2017, in Wellington. Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images …

New Zealand’s Judith Collins: The opposition leader taking on Ardern in the election
4 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand’s Judith Collins: The opposition leader taking on Ardern in the election

CNN  

CNN — The woman taking on Jacinda Ardern is a tough-on-crime veteran politician who admires former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and won the nickname “Crusher” due to her bold policy on illegal street racing. “There’s an expectation that it’s Labour’s election to lose,” said Claire Timperley, a New Zealand politics lecturer at Victoria University in Wellington. Her book, also …

Jacinda Ardern Fast Facts
4 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern Fast Facts

CNN  

Here's a look at the life of Jacinda Ardern, former prime minister of New Zealand. Personal Birth date: July 26, 1980 Birth place: Hamilton, New Zealand Birth name: Jacinda Kate Laurell Ardern Father: Ross Ardern, police officer Mother: Laurell Ardern, school cook Children: with Clarke Gayford: Neve Te Aroha Education: Waikato University, B.A., 2001, communications studies Religion: Agnostic Other Facts …

Discover Related