Without sounding like a sycophant, writes Mr Luke Malpass about Ms Jacinda Ardern, it is difficult to express just how popular she is, and just how effective she is at selling brand New Zealand.
This qualified gush of praise comes in a pretty comprehensive account of a pretty comprehensive visit to the Benighted States of America now into its, what now, second or third or fifth week? Much longer and it may feel more concert tour than leader’s visit. Seattle/New York/Springfield you rock!
There’s been plenty to feel pretty damn positive about, and Malpass recounts it all, including NZ business leaders being much impressed by, and appreciative of, the swinging open of doors achieved by this Prime Minister who, what do you know, turns out to really know her stuff.
