The Prime Minister has announced his resignation.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has resigned from her post. New Zealand’s Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, announced her resignation during the annual party meeting.
The 42-year-old Ardern said she has reflected on whether she has the ability to continue as Prime Minister and has come to the conclusion that it is not in the best interest of New Zealand for her to continue in this role. Ardern became the youngest Prime Minister in the world at 37 years old in 2017, and was the second leader to give birth while in office. She will fulfill her duties until 7th of February, while general elections in New Zealand are scheduled to be held in October next year.
