"The prime minister, Christopher Luxon, has announced New Zealand's next general election will be held on 7 November, kickstarting a campaign cycle that could become one of the country's most contested in years. On Wednesday, Luxon told reporters the National party would continue its agenda to fix the basics and build the future. In the lead up to the election, Kiwis will have to weigh up who is best placed to provide stable and strong government in a very volatile and uncertain world"
"a strong economy with responsible spending, lower taxes and more opportunity for you and your family, Luxon said. The economy and cost of living will be high on the agenda for the two major parties this year, with the issues consistently cited as two of the top concerns facing New Zealanders, according to the Ipsos New Zealand issues monitor. New Zealand operates under a mixed member proportional, or MMP, voting system and holds general elections every three years usually falling in October."
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced the next general election will be held on 7 November. Luxon said the National Party will pursue an agenda to fix the basics and build the future, urging a strong party vote and promising a strong economy with responsible spending, lower taxes and more opportunity for families. Economy and cost of living rank among New Zealanders' top concerns according to the Ipsos New Zealand issues monitor and are expected to dominate the campaign. New Zealand uses a mixed member proportional (MMP) system with 120 parliamentary seats, and major parties typically negotiate with minor parties to form a majority. Luxon formed a coalition in 2023 with Act and New Zealand First and remains open to working with them again. Since taking office the coalition has enacted sweeping changes to public services, infrastructure and environmental regulations to reboot the economy, drive overseas investment and boost industry; several policies have provoked controversy, including reforms affecting Māori and changes to climate goals.
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