New Zealand faces talks after tight election
Luxon's National Party is on course for a second term but with a weaker hand against coalition partners.
Why it matters: Coalition terms shape policy.
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New Zealand faces talks after tight election
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New Zealand election too close to call
Neither Luxon nor Hipkins claimed victory. National has most seats and Labour leads the vote. Special votes remain. Weeks of talks are expected.
Why it matters: New Zealand faces weeks without a settled government.
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New Zealand election too close to call
Early results show National and Labour each just under 30 percent of the party vote. Neither bloc is expected to win a majority. A minor party may become kingmaker. The campaign centered on the cost of living, and counting continues.
Why it matters: Coalition talks will decide who leads a country with a close, cost-of-living-focused electorate.
Sources: The Guardian, Euronews, Al Jazeera · See it on the globe