Bolger was the PM from 1990 to 1997. While in govt, Bolger ushered in the Mixed Member Proportional electoral system that New Zealand still uses today.
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.
Ex-Unilever executive & Air New Zealand CEO Christopher Luxon leads New Zealand’s National Party. His govt follows six years of a liberal administration led mainly by Jacinda Ardern.
While maintaining positive ties with China, New Zealand does raise concern about issues such as human rights and militarisation of Pacific as China extends its influence there.
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.
Hipkins was first elected to parliament in 2008 and was appointed minister for Covid-19 in November 2020. He was the minister for police, education and public service.
Despite growing passenger volume, 11 out of 14 carriers reported losses in 2023-24. IndiGo recorded profit of Rs 8,167 crore, which reduced to Rs 7.253 crore in 2024-25.
Dubai airshow crash & pilot death have rekindled concerns over pilot safety, and need for smarter automated systems that can step in when G-forces, temporary loss of consciousness hit the pilot.
None of Pakistan’s PMs has lasted 5 years. That the current PM has given Asim Munir 5 years shows that of all military dictatorships history has seen, Pakistan’s is most creative.
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