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  

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On the campaign trail, New Zealand leader Chris Hipkins faces an uphill battle wooing voters
1 year, 2 months ago

On the campaign trail, New Zealand leader Chris Hipkins faces an uphill battle wooing voters

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 Chris …

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 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 …

New Zealand’s new leader Hipkins cuts many contentious plans
1 year, 10 months ago

New Zealand’s new leader Hipkins cuts many contentious plans

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand’s new Prime Minister Chris Hipkins on Wednesday said he was axing or delaying many of his government’s more contentious policy plans as he looked to refocus on priorities like the rising cost of living. Among the plans he has dropped or delayed is legislation that would have outlawed hate speech against religious groups in …

Intelligent, Competent, ‘Attack Dog’: Chris Hipkins Becomes New Zealand’s New PM
1 year, 10 months ago

Intelligent, Competent, ‘Attack Dog’: Chris Hipkins Becomes New Zealand’s New PM

The Quint  

Late in 2022, Ardern had stated that the government’s focus this year would be the economy. If Labour is serious about winning the 2023 election, then, they need to convince enough voters of the following: they are addressing the real economic concerns that are affecting people presently they have taken heed of people’s disquiet over some current policy changes and …

Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand’s leader, succeeding Jacinda Ardern
1 year, 11 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, 11 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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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