As told in her first and farewell speeches.
Tag: Ardern, Jacinda
Jacinda Ardern’s Career in New Zealand Politics Ends
The former prime minister, who is now stepping down from Parliament, urged lawmakers to take action on climate change.
Divided Views of Nicola Sturgeon Among Scots Reflect Wider Political Schism
Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation was a moment for voters to take stock of her eight years as first minister and reflect on what may come next.
Nicola Sturgeon Resignation Hints at Shifting Norms for Women
In announcing her plans to leave office, Nicola Sturgeon spoke to Scots about the personal toll being in politics can take.
Your Friday Briefing: The U.S. Military Expands in the Philippines
Also, Vladimir Putin evokes Stalingrad and a contested film is a box-office hit in India.
After Jacinda Ardern, Politics Will Never Look the Same
For once, a politician who wasn’t afraid of fashion.
Chris Hipkins, New Zealand’s New Leader, Hopes to Put Ardern Behind Him
Mr. Hipkins, who was sworn in on Wednesday, has nine months to persuade voters who cooled on Jacinda Ardern’s government that he’s a fresh alternative.
Your Monday Briefing: A Lunar New Year Shooting
Also, New Zealand’s next leader and a Lunar New Year travel surge in China.
Chris Hipkins Poised to Replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand’s Leader
Mr. Hipkins, a household name in New Zealand for his role overseeing the country’s response to the pandemic, was nominated to succeed Jacinda Ardern as leader of the governing Labour Party.
Jacinda Ardern’s Quitting Was Personal, but Also Political
In parliamentary systems like New Zealand’s, it is the norm for leaders to step down when doing so may serve their party’s electoral prospects. In other political systems, leaving office early is rare.