New Zealand - January 2023

Chris Hipkins was sworn in as New Zealand’s 41st prime minister on 25 January, after his predecessor, Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation on 19 January. Ardern’s resignation came as a surprise to most observers, and she cited professional burnout as the reason for her decision. Hipkins will lead the Labour Party in New Zealand’s 14 October general election.

Sources: Washington Post, CNN