New Zealand PM survives second leadership challenge ahead of election
BBC News·August 12, 2026

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has survived a second leadership challenge. He has stated that he has the "full support" of his party following a vote of confidence. The challenge comes 12 weeks before a general election, and Luxon's party is gearing up for the upcoming polls. Luxon's survival of the challenge is seen as a significant boost to his leadership ahead of the election.
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