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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Leyland Cecco in Toronto and Oliver Holmes

Justin Trudeau announces plan to quit as Canada’s prime minister

Justin Trudeau has said he will step down as Canada’s prime minister after his party finds a new leader, a decision that in effect brings an end to nearly a decade in power.

“Canadians deserve a clear choice in the next election,” Trudeau said, adding that party infighting had made it impossible for him to face off against his political rivals. Trudeau said would stay on as prime minister until a new leader of the ruling Liberal party was chosen through a “robust, nationwide” process.

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