Mon Jan 06 23:02:07 IST 2025: ## Trudeau Resigns as Canadian Prime Minister Amidst Party Dissent and Political Turmoil

**Ottawa, Canada** – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation today, ending his nine-year tenure. The move follows mounting internal pressure within the Liberal Party and declining public approval ratings. Trudeau, speaking outside Rideau Cottage, stated his intention to step down as both party leader and Prime Minister once a successor is chosen through a nationwide process. Parliament will be prorogued until March 24th to facilitate this transition.

Trudeau cited a paralyzed parliament and expressed regret that electoral reform hadn’t been achieved, advocating for ranked-choice voting. He also took a parting shot at opposition leader Pierre Poilievre, criticizing his stance on climate change and diversity.

Several prominent figures are being considered as potential successors, including Dominic LeBlanc (Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Finance), Melanie Joly (Minister of Foreign Affairs), Francois-Philippe Champagne (Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry), and Mark Carney (former Governor of the Bank of Canada).

The resignation comes after months of internal strife within the Liberal Party. A vote of no confidence earlier this year, coupled with the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland in December over policy disagreements, highlighted deep divisions. Multiple Liberal MPs publicly called for Trudeau’s resignation.

The Trudeau government has faced significant challenges, including a struggling economy marked by slowing growth, high inflation, and trade uncertainties exacerbated by threats of US tariffs. Furthermore, severely strained relations with India, stemming from Trudeau’s allegations of Indian involvement in the killing of a Sikh separatist leader, have further complicated the political landscape. India vehemently denies any involvement and expelled Canadian diplomats in response.

The Canadian dollar, which had been declining, saw a slight increase following the resignation announcement. The upcoming federal election, scheduled for later this year, will now take place under new Liberal leadership.

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