Winston Peters and David Seymour will share the role of Deputy Prime Minister for the first time in New Zealand’s political history. In a highly unorthodox arrangement, Peters, 78, will take the deputy role for the next 18 months. He will then be replaced by 40-year-old Seymour, the leader of Act, for the second half of the coalition government’s three-year term. The New Zealand First leader has also snared the coveted role of Foreign Affairs Minister – a role Peters has filled in previous administrations. Winston Peters (left) and David Seymour shake hands at the signing of a coalition deal today.

Source: New Zealand Herald November 23, 2023 22:50 UTC