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, whom Ardern appointed as deputy prime minister, making him the first openly gay person to hold the role. “I think as a country we should be proud of this.” Robertson, 49, who was chief strategist during Ardern’s election campaign, retains the finance portfolio he held in the first term and also becomes infrastructure minister. “The representation is there and that is not the first consideration, that is often not how our members first and foremost identify themselves.” Ardern won the October 17 election campaigning on New Zealand’s success containing coronavirus and her cabinet includes a new role of minister for Covid-19 response, filled by former health minister Chris Hipkins.

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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 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 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 …

New UK Cabinet is diverse in makeup and solidly on the right
2 years, 3 months ago

New UK Cabinet is diverse in makeup and solidly on the right

Associated Press  

LONDON — Liz Truss’s new Cabinet is Britain’s most diverse ever, with women serving as prime minister and deputy prime minister and Black and South Asian politicians filling many of the top jobs. HOME SECRETARY SUELLA BRAVERMAN Britain’s new interior minister, responsible for immigration and law and order, is a Cambridge-educated lawyer firmly on the right of the Conservative Party. …

Why New Zealand’s foreign minister is her own woman
3 years, 7 months ago

Why New Zealand’s foreign minister is her own woman

Al Jazeera  

Nanaia Mahuta, the daughter of Māori royalty who entered Parliament at 26, has been shaped by her Indigenous background. In 2016, Mahuta became the first woman to display a moko kauae in Parliament, and last year chalked up another first – becoming New Zealand’s first female foreign minister. But last month, Mahuta’s comments on the “Five Eyes” intelligence alliance raised …

New Zealand's Mahuta brings new outlook to foreign affairs
4 years ago

New Zealand's Mahuta brings new outlook to foreign affairs

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. Mahuta, the first indigenous Maori woman to be appointed …

New Zealand’s Ardern sworn in for second term after landslide win
4 years, 1 month ago

New Zealand’s Ardern sworn in for second term after landslide win

Al Jazeera  

Ardern says her government will prioritise fight against COVID-19 and rebuilding the economy. New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was sworn in for a second term on Friday, as final election results showed her landslide victory was even bigger than previously thought. “I would say simply that sitting at this table is Aotearoa New Zealand,” Ardern said, using the Maori …

Who is Priyanca Radhakrishnan, First Indian-Origin Woman to Become a Minister in New Zealand?
4 years, 1 month ago

Who is Priyanca Radhakrishnan, First Indian-Origin Woman to Become a Minister in New Zealand?

News 18  

On Monday, Indian-origin politician Priyanca Radhakrishnan created history by becoming the first Indian-Kiwi woman to become a minister in New Zealand. Radhakrishnan was one of five new ministers inducted into freshly reelected Labour Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern who also unveiled a revamped cabinet that she has described as “incredibly diverse”. Ardern’s cabinet also includes Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta, who became …

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 has elected its most diverse Parliament ever. How does Australia compare?
4 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand has elected its most diverse Parliament ever. How does Australia compare?

ABC  

Elizabeth Kerekere is one of New Zealand's newest MPs — but she's also one of the country's most diverse. Key points: New Zealand has elected its first MPs of African and Latin American heritage Female representation in Parliament hit 48 per cent, compared to Australia's 38 per cent Experts say there are lessons to be learned across the ditch She …

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 …

Jacinda Ardern New Zealand: 14 best quotes
4 years, 4 months ago

Jacinda Ardern New Zealand: 14 best quotes

The Independent  

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jacinda Ardern was elected as the prime minister of New Zealand in …

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