PoliticsNew Zealand PM survives second leadership challenge ahead of election

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has survived a confidence vote in his National Party, saying he retains its full support ahead of the 7 November general election. It was his second leadership challenge in four months, amid weak polling, sluggish economic growth, rising unemployment and criticism over several recent missteps.

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