Business Insider USPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern announces her resignation at the War Memorial Centre on January 19, 2023 in Napier, New Zealand. In the hours after her announcement, world leaders started sharing reactions on social media.For more stories, go toWorld leaders paid tribute to New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's time in office after she announced her resignation just months before her nation's next general election.
"The decision was my own," she said on Thursday."Leading a country is the most privileged job anyone could ever have, but also the most challenging. You cannot and should not do it unless you have a full tank, plus a bit in reserve for those unexpected challenges."that Ardern had"shown the world how to lead with intellect and strength."
"She has demonstrated that empathy and insight are powerful leadership qualities," Albanese wrote."Jacinda has been a fierce advocate for New Zealand, an inspiration to so many and a great friend to me."on the same day."Thank you, @JacindaArdern, for your partnership and your friendship — and for your empathic, compassionate, strong, and steady leadership over the past several years," he wrote.
"The difference you have made is immeasurable. I'm wishing you and your family nothing but the best, my friend.