Parliamentary elections begin in New Zealand on Saturday or Friday evening in Latvian time. According to polls, the current Prime Minister, Jindind Ardern, could retain his post. In parallel with the parliamentary elections in New Zealand, referendums on the legalization of marijuana and euthanasia are taking place.
If both proposals are approved, New Zealand will become one of the most liberal countries in the world.
Polls show that the ruling Labor Party, led by the current Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jinda Ardern, has a convincing advantage over the opposition Conservative National Party. However, recent polls suggest that Labor will need to involve the Green Party as a coalition partner to form a government.
New Zealand holds parliamentary elections and two referendumsRihards Plūme00:00 / 01:04
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Ardern’s decisive action in curbing the Covid-19 pandemic has significantly increased the prime minister’s popularity. True, the prime minister is criticized for her government’s failure to deliver on promises of radical change. Arderna’s economic policy is still being criticized, and the upcoming summer season without foreign tourists will be a big test for the new government.
The parliamentary elections are accompanied by referendums on two important social issues: the legalization of marijuana for recreational purposes and the authorization of euthanasia. Surveys suggest that legalization of euthanasia is likely to be supported, but the outcome on marijuana legalization is difficult to predict.
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