What is New Zealand's MMP electoral system and does it favour coalitions?

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he was open to a referendum on the country's electoral system, sparking vigorous debate, with critics saying any such move would be seen as a power grab by the larger parties.

New Zealand PM Luxon open to referendum on electoral system  Reuters

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon supports a referendum on the nation’s mixed member proportional voting system if he is re-elected at the end of the year.

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