Chris Hipkins

ModernPoliticianNew Zealand1978 — ?

PM who succeeded Ardern.

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Quick Facts

Born

1978

Country

New Zealand

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)11

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score37.2

Chris Hipkins — Complete Timeline

2023 AD

2023 Appointment as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Hipkins succeeded Jacinda Ardern as Prime Minister after her resignation. He became the 41st Prime Minister of New Zealand, leading the Labour Party into the 2023 general election.

LeadershipLabour PartyGovernment Change

Impact: national

2023 General Election DefeatPolitical Action◆ Major

Hipkins led Labour to a decisive defeat in the general election, winning only 34 seats to National's 48. He resigned as Labour leader following the loss, ending his brief tenure as Prime Minister.

Election DefeatLabour LossGovernment Change

Impact: national

2023 COVID-19 Response ContinuationPolitical Action

As Prime Minister, Hipkins oversaw the final stages of New Zealand's COVID-19 response, including the end of mandatory isolation requirements and the transition to living with the virus.

COVID-19Public HealthPandemic Response

Impact: national

2023 Cyclone Gabrielle ResponsePolitical Action

Hipkins' government coordinated the national response to Cyclone Gabrielle, which caused widespread flooding and damage in the North Island. The government declared a national state of emergency and allocated recovery funding.

Natural DisasterCycloneRecovery

Impact: nationalconstructive