John Key

New Zealand Prime Minister

John Key - New Zealand Prime Minister
Born

August 9th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

New Zealand

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Served as the 38th Prime Minister of New Zealand from 2008 to 2017. Previously worked as a businessman in the financial sector, notably as a foreign exchange dealer at Merrill Lynch. Entered politics in 2002, becoming a member of the National Party and later rising to leadership. Key's administration focused on economic management and public sector reform. Oversaw New Zealand's recovery following the global financial crisis and the Christchurch earthquakes. Voluntarily stepped down from the premiership in 2016.

Prime Ministerial term from 2008 to 2017

Economic governance during the financial crisis

Leadership during the Christchurch earthquake recovery

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