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Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is the 32nd most powerful woman in the world, ahead of Queen Elizabeth II at 46th, according to Forbes.
Jacinda Ardern. Source: 1 NEWS
In her 17th annual ranking of The 100 Most Powerful Women in the World, Forbes editor Maggie McGrath said that Ardern was recognized after she “defeated a first and second wave of viruses in her country by implementing strict quarantine procedures. and lock “.
“Ardern set new standards as a government leader when she gave birth, took six weeks of maternity leave and shared that her partner will be a stay-at-home father,” the magazine said.
“As the leader of the Labor Party, he promises an ’empathic’ government, with ambitious plans to tackle climate change and child poverty.
“In 2020, he received worldwide praise for his capable handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. New Zealand successfully eliminated the virus in both waves. “
Ardern has surpassed her 38th position in 2019. In 2018, she was named the 29th most powerful woman in the world.
Meanwhile, the most powerful woman in the world remains German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who also held the title last year.
Second on the list is Christine Lagarde, the first woman to head the European Central Bank. Third is the vice president-elect of the United States, Kamala Harris.
Other names on the list include Melinda Gates (fifth), the co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi (seventh), and the broadcaster and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey (twentieth). .
Queen Elizabeth was recognized as the oldest reigning British monarch.
“She has become very loved and respected globally,” Forbes said.
“The 94-year-old matriarch continues to set the tone at public events and host world leaders at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle.
Queen Elizabeth II. Source: Getty
“Their sponsorships and charities cover a variety of topics, from opportunities for youth to preserving wildlife and the environment.”
