PM Lee congratulates New Zealand PM Chris Hipkins, sends best wishes to Jacinda Ardern

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Chris Hipkins was sworn in on Wednesday as New Zealand's prime minister, replacing Jacinda Ardern.

In a valedictory letter to Ms Ardern, Mr Lee said he was sorry to learn that she had decided to step down, although he fully understood her reasons for doing so.

"I hope that after you have handed over your duties, you will be able to recharge your tank and continue contributing to public life in other ways."

 

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