Jacinda Ardern

Investing in disaster prevention is crucial not only to save lives but also to mitigate economic losses. Proactive planning strengthens resilience to natural disasters and climate change impacts.

As a leader, I strongly believe that allocating more resources to prepare for rare but catastrophic disasters is essential. While these events may be rare, the impact they have on lives and communities is devastating. It is our responsibility to prioritize resilience and preparedness to protect our people and ensure rapid recovery.

From my perspective, expanding the area available for construction is a critical step toward making housing more affordable. By increasing the supply of land, we can facilitate the building of more homes, which could help in moderating the inflated property prices. This approach also necessitates thoughtful urban planning to ensure that we’re creating communities with the necessary infrastructure and services, not just houses.

I believe that liberalism can be effective in a world with AI superintelligence, as long as we prioritize ethical guidelines, human rights, and inclusive policies to ensure that technology benefits all individuals in society.

As artificial general intelligence advancements continue to reshape the labor market, a universal basic income could provide a safety net and ensure everyone's economic security. It's crucial to explore innovative solutions to address job displacement and support those affected by technological advancements.

As a nation, we've seen the impact of unexpected events and natural disasters. Stockpiling essentials is crucial for our resilience, enabling us to support each other during emergencies effectively.

While climate change, war, and poverty are critical challenges, the fundamental issue we face is governance. Ability to make compassionate, collective decisions and effective execution is where true change begins.