Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party, bringing his nine-year tenure as Canada's Prime Minister to an end. Until a new leader is selected through a nationwide contest, he will continue serving as a caretaker prime minister.
The 53-year-old made the announcement outside Rideau Cottage, his official residence in Ottawa, addressing the nation in both English and French. He pointed to rising dissent within his party and a gridlocked parliament as the main reasons behind his decision. “I have informed my party and the Governor that I intend to resign as leader of the party as well as prime minister of Canada and will do so as soon as my successor is appointed through a robust nationwide competitive process,” he said.
Trudeau’s resignation comes amidst declining public support, internal disputes within the Liberal Party, and economic challenges. The recent resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, who criticized him for engaging in “political gimmicks,” further compounded the strain on his leadership.
During his speech, Trudeau highlighted the achievements of his government, including advances in women's rights and climate change policies. He also stressed the importance of a party reset to restore parliamentary productivity and offer Canadians a clear choice in the next election.
The Liberal Party will now hold a leadership election to determine Trudeau's successor. To accommodate the transition, Parliament, initially scheduled to reconvene on January 27, has been postponed until March 24.
Trudeau's resignation signals the end of a pivotal chapter in Canadian politics, leaving the Liberal Party at a critical juncture as it prepares for the next general election.
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