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Iceland's Prime Minister Resigns

Katrín Jakobsdóttir calls time on eight-year tenure as Iceland's prime minister

Iceland's prime minister, Katrín Jakobsdóttir, has announced her resignation after eight years in the role.

Jakobsdóttir, who led a coalition government, said she was stepping down to make way for a new leader.

Her resignation will take effect on December 27, 2023.

Jakobsdóttir, who is the leader of the Left-Green Movement, became prime minister in 2017.

She led a coalition government that included the Independence Party, the Progressive Party, and the Centre Party.

During her time in office, Jakobsdóttir oversaw a period of economic growth and stability.

She also played a key role in Iceland's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jakobsdóttir's resignation will likely lead to a period of political uncertainty in Iceland.

The Independence Party, the Progressive Party, and the Centre Party have all said they will support a new government led byJakobsdóttir's successor.

However, it is unclear who will replace Jakobsdóttir as prime minister.

Jakobsdóttir has not announced her plans for the future.

However, she is expected to remain active in politics.

She has said that she will continue to work to promote social justice and environmental protection.

Katrín Jakobsdóttir's resignation as Iceland's prime minister marks the end of an era in Icelandic politics.

She leaves behind a legacy of economic growth, stability, and social progress.

Her successor will face a number of challenges, including the ongoing economic crisis and the need to address climate change.