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Canada PM Trudeau says he will step down after new Liberal party leader named


Published on 2025-01-06 12:00:59 - MSN
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  • Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that he will step down as leader of the ruling Liberals after nine years in office but will stay on in his post until the party chooses a replacement.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on February 26, 2024, that he will resign as the leader of the Liberal Party once a new leader is chosen, following a period of internal party pressure and declining public support. Trudeau, who has been in office since 2015, stated his decision was made after much reflection, acknowledging the need for new leadership to address the evolving challenges facing Canada. His tenure has been marked by significant events including managing the global health crisis, environmental policies, and navigating international relations. The process to select his successor will begin with a leadership convention, the date of which has yet to be announced.

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