New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to step down next month, not to seek re-election this year
2 years, 2 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 New Zealand Prime Minister faced a tough election campaign this year. Arden terms her tenure as most fulfilling years Speaking to the media, Ardern further said there was no "special angle" or "real reason" why she wanted to resign, only that she was "human".

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Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has memoir coming out in June
2 months, 1 week ago

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has memoir coming out in June

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Two years after her shocking decision to resign as prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern is set to publish a memoir. Crown, a division of Penguin Random House, announced Tuesday that Ardern’s “A Different Kind of Power” is scheduled for June 3. With her popularity fading, Ardern stunned many supporters by deciding to leave, saying she …

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern marries long-time partner
1 year, 2 months ago

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern marries long-time partner

Deccan Chronicle  

WELLINGTON: Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has married her longtime partner, tying the knot after Covid restrictions forced the couple to cancel a ceremony in 2022. The 43-year-old married fishing show host Clarke Gayford, 47, in a small ceremony held on Saturday in New Zealand's Hawke's Bay wine region. Ardern won international acclaim for her handling of the …

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern ties the knot with longtime partner Clarke Gayford
1 year, 2 months ago

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern ties the knot with longtime partner Clarke Gayford

The Independent  

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New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern ties the knot with partner Clarke Gayford | SEE PICS
1 year, 2 months ago

New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern ties the knot with partner Clarke Gayford | SEE PICS

India TV News  

Wellington: New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Saturday married her long-time partner Clarke Gayford in a private ceremony after almost five years of engagement and delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In her final speech in parliament, Ardern told Gayford, a New Zealand television presenter, "Let’s finally get married.” She has been undertaking three fellowships at Harvard University …

NZ Election results: Devastating verdict on Jacinda Ardern years as New Zealand votes out Labour party in 'bloodbath' - as ex-Air New Zealand CEO becomes next PM
1 year, 5 months ago

NZ Election results: Devastating verdict on Jacinda Ardern years as New Zealand votes out Labour party in 'bloodbath' - as ex-Air New Zealand CEO becomes next PM

Daily Mail  

Centre-right opposition National is on track to win the New Zealand election, ending six years of Labour government. Early results in the New Zealand suggest National leader Chris Luxon will become the next prime minister Early counting results show National are leading at 41.2 per cent That could leave NZ First leader Winston Peters, the wily 78-year-old populist, out in …

What to know about the 2023 New Zealand elections
1 year, 5 months ago

What to know about the 2023 New Zealand elections

Al Jazeera  

New Zealanders head to the polls on October 14 for the country’s general elections. Chris Hipkins, Labour Party – Prime Minister Hipkins’s Labour Party is seeking another term in office, but polls suggest the centre-right opposition National Party is likely to win the most seats and could return to government with the help of coalition partners. Having promised not to …

Jacinda Ardern given a top New Zealand honor for her service during shooting, pandemic
1 year, 9 months ago

Jacinda Ardern given a top New Zealand honor for her service during shooting, pandemic

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday received …

Jacinda Ardern tears up in final interview and admits she was 'tired' as New Zealand PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern tears up in final interview and admits she was 'tired' as New Zealand PM

Daily Mail  

Jacinda Ardern said she feels tired and acknowledged her leadership became a political flashpoint for some people as she reflected on her five-year term as New Zealand's prime minister. The ex-Labour leader defended her government's record on policy priorities such as reducing child poverty and climate change, saying any prime minister who said they'd achieved perfection wasn't being honest. Jacinda …

'After failed IVF round, I thought I wouldn't be a mother', New Zealand PM Jacinda as she quits politics
1 year, 11 months ago

'After failed IVF round, I thought I wouldn't be a mother', New Zealand PM Jacinda as she quits politics

India TV News  

Nearly four months after Jacinda Ardern announced to step down from the post of New Zealand Prime Ministership, the leader recalled how she left hope of becoming a mother after a series of failed In vitro fertilization rounds. During her valedictory speech to Parliament in Wellington on Wednesday, Ardern said she and her fiance Clarke Gayford thought they couldn’t have …

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern delivers final speech to parliament
1 year, 11 months ago

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern delivers final speech to parliament

Firstpost  

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern on Wednesday delivered her final speech to the parliament. Ardern shocked New Zealand earlier this year when she announced she was stepping down as prime minister and retiring from politics, saying she no longer had “enough in the tank”. “And that’s probably because my internal reluctance to lead was matched only by a …

Jacinda Ardern reveals first post-politics role – and says she won’t miss being PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern reveals first post-politics role – and says she won’t miss being PM

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 Jacinda Ardern said she will …

Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand PM as Ardern bows out
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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 …

Promise and pragmatism: On Jacinda Ardern’s term as New Zealand PM
2 years, 2 months ago

Promise and pragmatism: On Jacinda Ardern’s term as New Zealand PM

The Hindu  

Jacinda Ardern’s time in office as New Zealand’s Prime Minister was rattled by several successive challenges. Chris Hipkins, a former Minister for COVID response in Ms. Ardern’s Cabinet and a troubleshooter for the Prime Minister, will succeed her and lead Labour in the 2023 election. While her leadership style is widely praised, particularly among liberal sections across the world, there …

'Jacinda Ardern was abused by public': New Zealand's upcoming PM says 'will shield family, kids''
2 years, 2 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 …

Next New Zealand PM Chris Hipkins slams 'abhorrent' personal attacks on Jacinda Ardern – Firstpost
2 years, 2 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 …

Chris Hipkins confirmed as New Zealand’s next prime minister
2 years, 2 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 …

Jacinda Ardern speaks of ‘sense of relief’ after quitting as PM: ‘I slept well for the first time in a long time’
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern speaks of ‘sense of relief’ after quitting as PM: ‘I slept well for the first time in a long time’

The Independent  

Jacinda Ardern has said she has “no regrets” a day after announcing she would be stepping down as the prime minister of New Zealand. Speaking to reporters at the airport in Napier where the Labour Party’s annual caucus took place, the prime minister said that she “slept well for the first time in a long time” after announcing that she …

Jacinda Ardern | The woman who defied realpolitik
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern | The woman who defied realpolitik

The Hindu  

On January 19, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, 42, stunned the world by announcing her resignation. Record levels of inflation, a housing affordability crisis, rising crime rates, and a backlash against progressive policy initiatives — a climate tax on agricultural emissions that could affect farmers, empowering indigenous communities, an ambitious plan to overhaul the country’s water infrastructure, legislation to …

Mint Explainer: What's behind New Zealand PM Ardern's sudden resignation?
2 years, 2 months ago

Mint Explainer: What's behind New Zealand PM Ardern's sudden resignation?

Live Mint  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she would be stepping down from her country’s top job. Mint breaks down her tenure and what to make of her departure: On 19 January, Ardern surprised her country and the world by announcing her resignation as prime minister of New Zealand. Despite a handsome election victory in 2020, a succession of …

Chris Hipkins to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM
2 years, 2 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 …

Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand’s PM
2 years, 2 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 …

Jacinda Ardern, the public servant
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern, the public servant

Al Jazeera  

The resignation of New Zealand’s prime minister shows humility and empathy still have a place in politics. Those two words best describe, it seems to me, Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand’s prime minister who announced her shock resignation earlier this week. For six challenging years, Ardern said, “hand on heart”, that she had given New Zealand her “all”. Ardern’s defining devotion …

The lessons of Jacinda Ardern: Women in politics still face an uphill battle
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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 are the candidates to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM?
2 years, 2 months ago

Who are the candidates to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM?

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 New Zealand’s Labour Party is …

Who could replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister?
2 years, 2 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 …

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down
2 years, 2 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, 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 …

Reaction to Jacinda Ardern resigning as New Zealand leader
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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 …

By quitting, Jacinda Ardern sets an example
2 years, 2 months ago

By quitting, Jacinda Ardern sets an example

Hindustan Times  

It is a rare moment when a politician steps down from their powerful perch. On Thursday, though, New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern broke away from this tradition with a shock announcement that she was going to quit. Holding back tears, Ms Ardern said she had no more in the tank to continue, adding that she was only human. PREMIUM …

Tucker Carlson Announces Jacinda Ardern's Resignation By Mocking Her Appearance
2 years, 2 months ago

Tucker Carlson Announces Jacinda Ardern's Resignation By Mocking Her Appearance

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Tucker Carlson reported the resignation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Wednesday by insulting her appearance, mangling her name and making absurd claims about her leadership. “And some rare good news: The appalling prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern ― that’s the lady with the big teeth who tormented her citizens ― has just …

Who are the candidates to replace New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern?
2 years, 2 months ago

Who are the candidates to replace New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern?

The Hindu  

New Zealand's ruling Labour Party is looking for a new leader after Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's shock resignation on Thursday. Here are four Labour party lawmakers who could become Prime Minister: Chris Hipkins First elected to parliament for the Labour Party in 2008, Chris Hipkins became a household name fronting the government's response to the pandemic after being appointed minister …

Baby at UNGA, the hijab after Christchurch attack: Big moments from Jacinda Ardern's time as New Zealand PM
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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 Ardern, an icon to many, to step down
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand's Ardern, an icon to many, to step down

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who was …

Indian politics needs more like her: Jairam Ramesh on New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern
2 years, 2 months ago

Indian politics needs more like her: Jairam Ramesh on New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern

The Hindu  

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on January 19 hailed New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who has announced that she is stepping down as her country's leader, and said that "Indian politics needs more like her". "Legendary cricket commentator, Vijay Merchant once said about retiring at the peak of his career: Go when people ask why is he going instead of …

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down
2 years, 2 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 …

A legacy marked by crisis and empathy: Jacinda Ardern’s time as PM as she announces shock resignation
2 years, 2 months ago

A legacy marked by crisis and empathy: Jacinda Ardern’s time as PM as she announces shock resignation

Firstpost  

Wellington: Jacinda Ardern promised “relentless positivity” as New Zealand’s prime minister, but in announcing her shock resignation on Thursday admitted the unrelenting demands of the job had finally worn her down. A fresh-faced Ardern was elected prime minister in 2017, and in a tumultuous first term faced New Zealand’s worst terror attack, a deadly volcanic eruption, and the COVID-19 pandemic. …

Jacinda Ardern news: New Zealand prime minister announces shock resignation
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern news: New Zealand prime minister announces shock resignation

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 New Zealand prime minister Jacinda …

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to resign, sets October election
2 years, 2 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 Is Resigning
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Is Resigning

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING In a tearful announcement, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she is resigning from her position. “I believe that leading a country is the most privileged job anyone could ever have but also one of the more challenging,” she said during the announcement, according to New Zealand public broadcaster RNZ. Fiona Goodall - World Rugby …

Praise pours in for outgoing New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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
2 years, 2 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 …

Christchurch, COVID-19: Jacinda Ardern’s years in office
2 years, 2 months ago

Christchurch, COVID-19: Jacinda Ardern’s years in office

Al Jazeera  

Ardern was just 37 when she first became prime minister but showed rare skill in handling multiple crises. Jacinda Ardern has announced she is stepping down as New Zealand’s prime minister after six years in the job. Ardern, who became the world’s youngest leader when she became prime minister following the 2017 elections at the age of 37, made the …

‘I no longer have enough in the tank’: Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

‘I no longer have enough in the tank’: Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand prime minister

LA Times  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, whose empathetic handling of the nation’s worst mass shooting and public-health-driven response to the pandemic drew international admiration but who faced mounting criticism at home, said Thursday she was leaving office. She also announced that New Zealand’s next general elections would be held Oct. 14 and that she would remain a lawmaker until then. …

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