Labour leader Chris Hipkins conceded defeat to National Party’s Christopher Luxon. Observers say New Zealand ruling party's domestic policies “backfired”, leading to its defeat.
Ardern was named 'Dame Grand Companion', the second highest honour in New Zealand. The awardee is chosen in New Zealand by the PM & approved by British monarch, the head of state.
Ardern stepped down as PM in January saying she had 'no more in the tank' to lead the country and would also not seek re-election to parliament. She quit parliament earlier this month.
Ardern will serve as unpaid special envoy for Christchurch Call, an initiative she co-founded in 2019 to bring together nations and tech firms to combat extremism, govt said.
A Labour Party vote for a new leader will take place Sunday; the party leader will be PM until the next general election. Ardern's term as leader will conclude no later than 7 Feb.
In ‘Jacinda Ardern’, Supriya Vani and Carl A. Harte write about the New Zealand PM’s journey from a politician and administrator to an international icon.
‘Jacinda Ardern: Leading with Empathy’ by Supriya Vani and Carl A. Harte, published by Harper Collins, is set to be released on 25 May on ThePrint's SoftCover.
Industry says manufacturers have 2-4 weeks of buffer stocks, but prolonged disruption could push up shortage risks, especially of consumables like IV and syringes.
French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.
China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.
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