New Zealand Labour leader and former prime minister
New Zealand's government has introduced a bill requiring social media platforms to verify users are over 16, with penalties of up to 10% of global revenue for non-compliance. The measure is debated in Parliament, with coalition partners divided and opposition undecided, as lawmakers race to act ahead of elections.
The National party has secured enough seats to govern with its coalition partners, but a wafer-thin majority and the impact of special votes keep the outcome uncertain. Labour trails with a smaller bloc; Opportunity looks to play kingmaker as final tallies loom.