Ardern stepped down as prime minister in January saying she had “no more in the tank”. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WELLINGTON - Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday that she was taking up three fellowships at Harvard University later in 2023.saying she had “no more in the tank” to lead the country and would also not seek re-election to parliament. She quit parliament earlier this month.
“I am incredibly humbled to be joining Harvard University as a fellow - not only will it give me the opportunity to share my experience with others, it will give me a chance to learn,” Ms Ardern said in the statement.
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