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Helen Clark became Prime Minister of New Zealand in 1999 after leading the Labour Party to victory in the general election. She had been a prominent political figure, serving as a Member of Parliament since 1981 and holding various ministerial roles, including Minister of Health and Minister of Housing. Under her leadership, the Labour Party formed a coalition government with the Alliance party, securing a majority in Parliament. Clark served as Prime Minister until 2008, making her the first woman to hold the position in New Zealand.

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