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Politics & Government

Helen Clark Becomes New Zealand Prime Minister

December 10th, 1999 25 years ago

Helen Clark was sworn in as Prime Minister of New Zealand, marking a significant milestone as the second woman to hold this title and the first to do so after an election. This ceremony took place at the Beehive, the executive wing of the New Zealand Parliament in Wellington. Clark's ascent followed her Labour Party's victory in the 1999 general election, where her party won a coalition and secured a mandate to govern. Her leadership was seen as a pivotal moment in New Zealand's political landscape, heralding a new era of progressive policies.

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