Top NewsJacinda Ardern: New Zealand PM to step down before...

Jacinda Ardern: New Zealand PM to step down before next election

-



CNN

Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern Announcing Thursday that he would step aside for a new leader within weeks, he said he did not have the energy to run for re-election in the October election.

Speaking at a news conference, Ardern said her term would end on February 7, and she expected a new Labor prime minister to take office – although “depending on the process that may be earlier.”

“The decision is mine,” Ardern said. “Leading a country is the most privileged job anyone can have, but also the most challenging. It cannot and should not be done if you have a full tank and little room for unexpected challenges.

“I don’t have enough in the tank anymore [the job] Justice,” he added.

At the end of 2022, he said he had taken time to consider whether he had what it took to continue as prime minister – ultimately concluding it was time to step down.

However, he added: “I didn’t quit because it was hard. If it had been, I would have gone to work for two months,” listing the various challenges his administration has faced, including the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2019 Christchurch terror attack and the volcanic eruption at Te Bua O Wakkari. .as a white island.

He added that the early notification would allow planning and preparation by government agencies and political parties.

The general election will be held on October 14.

When Ordern He became the Prime Minister in 2017 At 37, she was New Zealand’s third female leader and one of the youngest leaders in the world. Within a year, he was born in office – only the second world leader to do so.

See also  Improving memory with deep brain stimulation during sleep

He was re-elected for a second term in 2020, won by his government’s “go hard and go fast” approach to the pandemic, which helped New Zealand avoid the devastating outbreaks seen elsewhere.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese tweeted praise for Ardern after Thursday’s announcement, saying she had “shown the world how to lead with wisdom and strength” and was “a great friend of mine”.

Latest news

Bitcoin Price Predictions for 2025: Insights from CenterVex’s Top Analysts

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has been a focal point of financial speculation, innovation, and volatility...

Understanding the Vital Role of Turtles in Ecosystems

Turtles have roamed the Earth for over 200 million years, making them one of the oldest reptile groups. Their...

The Federal Reserve is cutting interest rates by 0.50 percentage points starting in 2020

The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it would cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.50 percentage points, marking the first...

JD Souther, Songwriter Behind Eagles, Linda Ronstadt Hits, Dies at 78

John David "JD" Souther, a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame known for his co-written hits with...

Harvest Moon, Super Moon Brings Partial Lunar Eclipse: How and When to Watch | Space news

On the night of September 17, the Earth, Sun and Moon will create three celestial phenomena. In many places, depending...

You might also likeRELATED
Recommended to you