JUST IN: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said 'it's time' for her to move on. The announcement is a shock that has rocked the country's political landscape.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation plans on Wednesday in Napier, New Zealand. It is unclear who would succeed her.New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her resignation plans on Wednesday in Napier, New Zealand. It is unclear who would succeed her.has announced her intention to step down on Thursday, in a shock move that rocked the country's political landscape.
Speaking to her party's annual caucus, 42-year-old Ardern said"it's time" for her to move on and that she"no longer had enough in the tank" for her premiership. She also called on a general election on Oct. 14. "I'm leaving, because with such a privileged role comes responsibility," Ardern told her audience."The responsibility to know when you are the right person to lead and also when you are not. I know what this job takes. And I know that I no longer have enough in the tank to do it justice. It's that simple."
Ardern became the world's youngest female leader in 2017 at the age of 37. Her last day in the office will be Feb. 7.
Argentina Últimas Noticias, Argentina Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announces plans to step downNew Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will not seek reelection. Arden told reporters that she will step down on Feb. 7 because she no longer has 'enough in the tank' to do the job.
Leer más »
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says she will step down: 'It's time'New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced in an emotional press briefing that she will step down, saying 'it's time.'
Leer más »
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern resigns ahead of electionBreaking news: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern resigns ahead of national elections, saying she will step down by Feb. 7. Ardern won global praise for her leadership style during the coronavirus pandemic and the Christchurch terrorist attack.
Leer más »