Chris Hipkins, who played a significant role in New Zealand’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to replace Jacinda Ardern as prime minister.
on Thursday, Ardern said she had “no more in the tank” to lead the country and would step down.
Hipkins speaking to reporters following the confirmation of him being the only Labour Party candidate.“He won’t ever fill the shoes that Jacinda has and it will be interesting to see what Labour come out with in terms of the election campaign over the next year and we’re looking forward to seeing what happens,” she said.
A general election will be held on Oct. 14, with some opinion polls showing Labour trailing the opposition New Zealand National Party.
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