China News Service, July 9th, according to Reuters, on the 9th local time, New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters said that due to symptoms of food poisoning, he will take sick leave for surgery this week.

  "This is an unexpected medical event, and of course the timing was unexpected. However, follow the doctor's advice on surgery," Peters said in a statement.

  He said that after symptoms of food poisoning, he went to the doctor earlier this week and was recommended to undergo surgery. After the operation, he will rest at home for a while.

  Peters also said that he is confident in quickly returning to work and is working hard for the election.

  According to reports, New Zealand will hold general elections in September. The report pointed out that due to Peters' sick leave, his priority party will combine the general election kick-off with the party's annual general meeting to be held on July 19.