Chris Hipkins

Chris Hipkins is a prominent New Zealand politician and member of the Labour Party, having served as the Prime Minister of New Zealand from early 2023. Known for his pragmatic approach and experience in various ministerial roles, including education and health, Hipkins rose to leadership during a challenging period marked by economic concerns and public discontent. He is recognized for his commitment to addressing social issues and has been a key figure in the Labour government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Born on Sep 05, 1978 (46 years old)

Global Media Ratings

Dominance

0.01%

Persistence

9 wks

Reach

240,984

Power

12,085$

Sentiment

2.26

Countries Mentioned

Country	Mentions	Sentiment	Dominance	+ Persistence	x Population	= Reach	x GDP (millions)	= Power
New Zealand	29	5.14	1.32%	+90%	4,822,233	121,327	$210,000	5,284$
United Kingdom	2	3.00	0.06%	+0%	67,886,011	37,579	$2,700,000	1,495$
United States	1	2.00	0.02%	+0%	331,002,651	76,373	$21,000,000	4,845$
Switzerland	1	5.00	0.07%	+0%	8,654,622	5,705	$700,000	461$
Totals	33				412,365,517	240,984	$24,610,000	12,085$

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Recent Mentions

New Zealand: Chris Hipkins equivocated when asked about Casey Costello’s directive regarding health communications. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Why UK Supreme Court decision matters for women’s rights - Fran O’Sullivan

New Zealand: Around that time, he received a call from Labour leader Chris Hipkins who told Little that he too had been receiving calls for Little to run. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: How Labour walked away from Tory Whanau and backed Andrew Little

New Zealand: Chris Hipkins, the leader of the Labour Party, criticized the Government for its slow action on hospital rebuilding. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: ED upgrades, more carparks, $20b price tag: The Government’s new health infrastructure plan

New Zealand: Little was a senior minister under former prime ministers Dame Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins. 8

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Former Labour leader Andrew Little runs for Wellington mayor

New Zealand: Labour leader and then Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced a policy stripping 15% GST from fresh and frozen fruit and vegetables. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Senior MP Willie Jackson says Labour Government should’ve taken GST off meat to reduce cost of living

Switzerland: Chris Hipkins was Jacinda Ardern's successor who was busy cleaning up after her abrupt departure from politics. 5

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Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Warum immer mehr Einheimische auswandern

New Zealand: Chris Hipkins is the Prime Minister who sacked Stuart Nash in 2023. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Former Labour MP Stuart Nash not ruling out running for NZ First at next election

New Zealand: Labour leader Chris Hipkins said Paul’s comments were ill-informed and unwise. 3

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Tamatha Paul’s police comments, Treaty bill dies, Winston Peters turns 80: A week in NZ politics - The Front Page

New Zealand: Labour leader Chris Hipkins paid tribute to Claire Trevett during her farewell. 8

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Media Insider: The Chase NZ comes with a costly catch; TV rugby rights battle - a new broadcaster in mix; Political editor Claire Trevett’s candid exit interview

United States: Chris Hipkins described the debate as a 'stain on the country' and criticized the proposed law change. 2

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CNN: Maori rights: New Zealand politicians sing as Treaty Principles Bill that sparked massive protests is ‘annihilated