Chris Hipkins played a significant role in New Zealand's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hipkins, 44, is expected to be confirmed as the new leader at a meeting of Labour's 64 lawmakers, or Caucus, on Sunday.
"We've gone through this process with unity and we'll continue to do that. I'm feeling really fortunate to be working with such an amazing group of people who have a real commitment to the service of the people of New Zealand." He said he had spoken to Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who tweeted the two had had"a warm discussion".In a surprise announcement on Thursday, Ardern said she had"no more in the tank" to lead the country and would step down.
Hipkins' confirmation by Labour lawmakers on Sunday afternoon is expected to be a formality. Ardern will then tender her resignation to New Zealand's governor general before Hipkins is appointed.A general election will be held on Oct. 14, with some opinion polls showing Labour trailing the opposition New Zealand National Party.
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