After the surprise had sunk in, speculation about her next move quickly began. The answer may lie in the priorities she professed before becoming prime minister.
Author: Natasha Frost
Jacinda Ardern Will Be Gone Soon but New Zealand’s Economic Troubles Are Here to Stay
Ms. Ardern maneuvered through one crisis after another but had less success confronting persistent challenges that have hobbled successive governments.
Your Friday Briefing
A meeting in Germany of Ukraine’s allies.
Your Thursday Briefing
A helicopter crash in Ukraine and the resignation of Jacinda Ardern.
Jacinda Ardern to Resign as Prime Minister of New Zealand
Ms. Ardern, a global liberal icon who has faced rising political headwinds at home, will leave office by Feb. 7, she said.
Your Wednesday Briefing
China puts on a brave face at Davos.
Australian Open Bans Russian, Belarusian Flags
Tennis has struggled with its response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which Belarus has supported.
Your Tuesday Briefing
Britain pushes for more aid to Ukraine.
Your Monday Briefing
A search for survivors after a Russian strike on a residential building.
The Great New Zealand Egg Shortage
Prices are up, and some parts of the country have seen bare shelves where eggs normally are. One reason is a change in how chickens are being raised.