Prime Minister Narendra Modi met a select group of CEOs and business leaders in New Zealand along with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. The engagement focused on expanding India–New Zealand economic ties and on the proposed India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
The Prime Minister said the two countries share democratic values, respect for the rule of law, diversity and a commitment to sustainable development. He presented these as the basis for a more ambitious economic partnership.
What the Prime Minister highlighted
Modi said the proposed India–New Zealand FTA would add depth and dynamism to bilateral economic relations and create opportunities in market access, investment, services, technology and talent mobility.
He also cited India’s high growth, young and skilled workforce, expanding middle class, digital revolution, next-generation infrastructure push and ongoing economic reforms as attractions for New Zealand firms.
Sectors identified for cooperation
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