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Q76
(UPPCS/2023)
Miscellaneous & General Knowledge › Persons in News, Books & Authors
Who among the following has been named as the Prime Minister of New Zealand in January, 2023?
Explanation
Chris Hipkins was sworn in as the 41st Prime Minister of New Zealand on January 25, 2023. He succeeded Jacinda Ardern, who unexpectedly announced her resignation on January 19, 2023, stating she no longer had "enough in the tank" to lead. Hipkins, a senior member of the Labour Party, had previously gained prominence for his role as the Minister for COVID-19 Response.
- Jacinda Ardern: Served as Prime Minister from 2017 until her resignation in January 2023.
- Cindy Kiro: Is the Governor-General of New Zealand, representing the British monarch.
- Carmel Sepuloni: Was appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister under Hipkins, becoming the first person of Pacific Island descent to hold the role.
Hipkins served as Prime Minister until November 2023, when he was succeeded by Christopher Luxon following the general election.
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