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Coalition by Christmas? Don't bet on it
New Zealand's election could drag into Christmas without a coalition deal.
In brief
New Zealand's election could drag into Christmas without a coalition deal. New Zealand's prime ministerial coalition talks may not conclude before Christmas, with both leaders refusing deadlines. Originally reported by RNZ.
Coalition talks delay
Both prospective prime ministers refused to set a deadline for coalition negotiations.
Luxon's timeline
Luxon said formal negotiations would wait until 27 november after final vote count.
Hipkins' approach
Hipkins stressed voting for Labour would give them the strongest hand for post-election discussions.
Historical comparison
2023 coalition took 41 days after voting and 21 days after final count to sign agreements.
The one thing
New Zealand's prime ministerial coalition talks may not conclude before Christmas, with both leaders refusing deadlines.
