Luxon
Christopher Luxon is a New Zealand politician and the leader of the National Party. He has a background in business, having previously served as the CEO of Air New Zealand. Luxon has been actively involved in discussions surrounding youth justice reform, particularly regarding the government's new pilot program aimed at reducing recidivism among young offenders. He has defended the initiative, citing a need for more flexible approaches to support at-risk youth.
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Luxon has been travelling around the country over the past week in a Defence Force helicopter to visit areas affected by flooding and landslides after tropical storms hit the country.
Firefighter’s crude gesture: Prime Minister says he wasn’t aware as he watches for first time
New Zealand· 2026-02-01
Luxon promised in a debate with Chris Hipkins to finalise an FTA with India in his first term.
India‑New Zealand trade agreement: Labour to decide fate of Luxon’s deal - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-12-26
Luxon had an approval rating of 38%, with a disapproval rate of 52%.
New political poll: Chris Bishop joins preferred PM ranks; Greens, TPM lose chunk of supportNew Zealand· 2025-12-08
Luxon had the most significant residential property assets.
MPs hold $379m in property across New Zealand – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-11-25
Luxon is mentioned in the context of his views on the Māori Party's political relevance.
Letters: Jevon McSkimming scandal has rocked New ZealandersNew Zealand· 2025-11-14
Luxon is mentioned in the context of National's strategy regarding asset sales.
New Zealand must get better at creating wealth, could a Future Fund do it? - Liam DannNew Zealand· 2025-10-26
Luxon is referenced as a political leader with low approval ratings.
Future Fund flop: Labour struggles to sell first major election policy - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-10-23
Prime Minister Luxon said a good board can save the New Zealand taxpayer and New Zealand Government hundreds of millions of dollars by making good decisions.
Government agencies warned large Crown board fee hikes could impact services, worsen cost pressuresNew Zealand· 2025-10-06
Luxon failed to make the top ten in CEO Cabinet rankings.
Erica Stanford leads rankings, Luxon and Willis fail to make top ten in CEO Cabinet rankingsNew Zealand· 2025-09-23
Luxon discussed the challenges of running a small airline and the importance of customer satisfaction.
Airports in Ireland also impacted by cyber attackNew Zealand· 2025-09-21
Luxon expressed the expectation for an inquiry into how government agencies have acted over the last four-year period.
Tom Phillips case: Family law expert urges legal protection for Marokopa childrenNew Zealand· 2025-09-15
Luxon should be asking himself how much longer he can keep in place a dud of a minister.
Shane Te Pou: Government needs to stop spinning and start listeningNew Zealand· 2025-09-06
Luxon is mentioned as the recipient of a letter urging him to condemn van Velden's comments.
Attorney-General Judith Collins speaks with Minister Brooke van Velden after ERA commentsNew Zealand· 2025-09-01
Prime Minister Luxon is in Beijing building the economy in the world’s second-biggest marketplace.
NZ Government’s progress overshadowed by global economic, political risks – Bruce CotterillNew Zealand· 2025-06-20
Luxon expressed exasperation over the flaws in the security clearance system related to Forbes.
How the Forbes scandal exposed flaws in NZ’s security clearance system - Thomas CoughlanNew Zealand· 2025-06-06
New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon stated that they are waiting for further information on U.S. film tariffs but will be a strong supporter of the domestic industry.
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Hong Kong· 2025-05-05
Luxon is set to make his inaugural official visit to Beijing as Prime Minister.
New Zealand’s careful dance with US and China amid trade tensions – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-04-26
Luxon’s sinking ship is mentioned in the context of New Zealand First distancing itself from him.
Living wage cut from government contracts: Will Winston Peters ride to the rescue to help low-wage workers - Shane Te PouNew Zealand· 2025-04-05Luxon told reporters that there would be fewer health and safety hoops for small, low-risk businesses to jump through after the changes.
Government to launch hotline for public to report excessive road cone useNew Zealand· 2025-03-31
Luxon praised Chris Liddell's presentation at the summit.
Ex-Trump adviser Chris Liddell tells NZ stay cautious, seize opportunities in global shifts - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
Luxon told reporters at the post-Cabinet press conference New Zealand had the best doctors and nurses who did an amazing job — but the system was letting them down.
Funding boost for health, ‘game-changing’ 24/7 digital appointment service to make it easier to see GPNew Zealand· 2025-03-03
Luxon expressed his comfort with the engagement levels between New Zealand and Vietnam regarding the investigation.
Kiwi police in Vietnam amid Wellington sexual assault case investigationNew Zealand· 2025-02-27
Luxon claimed there was an almost 90% re-offending rate for young people under the previous Labour Government.
Labour condemns Govt ‘covering up’ bootcamp re-offending as speculation swirlsNew Zealand· 2025-02-18
Luxon, along with Minister Louise Upston, announced a new tourism campaign aimed at Australian visitors.
Listen live: Prime Minister talks tourism growth with Mike Hosking after $30m investmentNew Zealand· 2025-02-17
Luxon's weak response to Seymour's actions highlights the challenges he faces in managing coalition partners.
David Seymour’s Philip Polkinghorne police letter highlights a weak Prime Minister, coalition partners off the leash - Shane Te PouNew Zealand· 2025-02-15
