The wait is over: new govt today

The wait is over: new govt today
Christopher Luxon talks to media on Thursday. (Image: BusinessDesk)
Dileepa Fonseka
After 40 days, the shape of the Christopher Luxon-led government will be known today.On Thursday evening, National leader and prime minister-in-waiting Luxon confirmed negotiations had concluded with Act and New Zealand First to form a government.Overnight all the parties would be going through their respective party processes for final sign-off. Luxon would also inform the governor general of his plans.Luxon said the intention was to undertake a signing ceremony at Parliament on Friday. Details of the coalition arrangement will become public a...

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