Jacinda Ardern News
Jacinda Ardern, who had burst onto the global scene when she became the world's youngest female head of government at age 37, has announced to step down as New Zealand PM.
Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation on Jan 19
Education Minister Chris Hipkins is set to become New Zealand's next PM
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A surprising news came in from New Zealand as Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on 18th Jan that she will resign next month and is not looking for a re-election in the coming general election this year.
A surprising news came in from New Zealand as Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on 18th Jan that she will resign next month and is not looking for a re-election in the coming general election this year.
Jacinda Ardern today announced that she will step down as New Zealand Prime Minister next month and will not seek re-election.
Jacinda Ardern retirement: Jairam Ramesh's tweet came shortly after Ardern told reporters in Napier that February 7 will be her last day in office. She will hold her seat as a lawmaker until the general election, which she said would be held on October 14.
Fighting back tears, Jacinda Ardern told reporters that February 7 will be her last day as New Zealand Prime Minister.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's words were barely audible on Parliament TV but were picked up in the background by her desk microphone.
The milestone places New Zealand among a half-dozen nations in the world that this year can claim at least 50% female representation in their parliaments.
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The relaxations come as the Omicron variant outbreak wanes in New Zealand.
Jacinda Ardern on Saturday said that she has tested positive for Covid-19.
The New Zealand PM posted a photo of her positive test result on Instagram.
She said that she was disappointed to miss several important political announcements over the coming week.
Claiming inspiration from truckers` anti-vaccine mandate demonstrations in Canada, the protesters have also blocked several streets around parliament with their trucks, vans and motorcycles.
"My wedding will not be going ahead," she told reporters, adding she was sorry for anyone caught up in a similar scenario.
Just as New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern took to Facebook to update the nation on COVID curbs, her livestream was gatecrashed by her adorable toddler - twice.
"Ah, sorry, a slight distraction - would you mind repeating that question?" Arden said.
No damage or casualties have been reported.
The quake measuring 5.9 magnitude forced the prime minister to pause and grip her podium before she continues with her briefing.
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Ardern had stepped back from her duties on Tuesday after picking up a "seasonal sniffle" from her three-year-old daughter.
Australians can enter and return from New Zealand without having to quarantine on either side
Australians can enjoy unrestricted international travel
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