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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maroosha Muzaffar

Jacinda Ardern resigns: What led the New Zealand prime minister to quit

AP

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern stunned the world by announcing her resignation on Thursday and said that she won’t be seeking re-election later this year.

In a tearful and emotional speech, she announced that she will step down as prime minister on 7 February. Ms Ardern will, however, continue as member of parliament till October when elections are due.

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