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India, New Zealand discuss FTA, direct flights, relaxed customs for traders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have agreed to resume FTA negotiations, explore direct flights, and sign a customs agreement to enhance trade and economic

India, New Zealand sign major pact to boost defence, security ties

India and New Zealand on Monday inked a mega pact to institutionalise their defence and security ties even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed concerns to his Kiwi counterpart over certain unlawful elements carrying out anti-India activities in the Pacific island nation. Modi and visiting New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon held wide-ranging talks with a focus on ramping up overall bilateral ties, especially in areas of trade, defence, education and agriculture. In his media statement, Modi said both sides decided to strengthen and institutionalise defence and security partnership and a roadmap will be prepared for cooperation in the defence industry sector. "We both are unanimous against terrorism. Whether it is the Christchurch terrorist attack of March 15, 2019, or the Mumbai attack of November 26, 2008, terrorism in any form is unacceptable," he said. The prime minister said strict action is necessary against those guilty of terrorist attacks. "We will continue t

PM Modi flags 'anti-India activities' in joint presser with New Zealand PM

At joint presser with New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon, PM Modi highlights 'anti-India activities,' stresses united stance on terrorism, illegal migration, and regional security

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon

The meeting comes amid a growing push to enhance bilateral ties, with both leaders set to discuss economic cooperation, trade expansion, and regional security

India, New Zealand resume FTA talks after a nearly decade-long pause

India and New Zealand on Sunday announced resumption of negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement, after it was stalled in 2015. India and New Zealand began negotiating the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) in April 2010 to boost trade in goods, services, and investment. However, after nine rounds of discussions, the talks stalled in 2015. "The two nations are pleased to announce the launch of negotiations for a comprehensive and mutually beneficial India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations," the commerce ministry said. The announcement assumes significance as the Prime Minister of New Zealand Christopher Luxon is here on a four-day visit from March 16. The ministry made the announcement after the meeting of Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay, New Zealand's Minister for Trade and Investment. "The India-New Zealand FTA negotiations aim to achieve balanced outcomes that enhance supply chain integration and improve mar

NZ PM Luxon seeks stronger trade, security ties with India on visit

Ahead of his trip to India, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has said that he will push for a comprehensive economic partnership with New Delhi and will explore ways to strengthen bilateral security ties. Luxon is visiting India from March 16 to 20 in what will be his first trip to the country as the prime minister. He will be accompanied by one of the largest delegations a New Zealand prime minister has ever travelled with. The delegation will comprise ministers, senior business leaders, a community delegation of prominent Kiwi Indians and several parliamentarians. "We're going to do everything we can to push trade really, really hard," Luxon told New Zealand media on Sunday. "What I'm looking for is just a much more comprehensive economic partnership and how we'd move that forward," he said, adding, "I am determined that we are going to change the trading relationships with India big time." In New Delhi, Luxon will hold wide-ranging talks with Prime Minister Narend

New Zealand PM Luxon to make an official visit to India from March 16-20

Luxon is scheduled to join the inaugural session of the 10th Raisina Dialogue 2025 on March 17, deliver the keynote address, and interact with Indian business leaders during his visit

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India vs New Zealand – a rivalry of fine margins! As they gear up for the Champions Trophy showdown this Sunday, who has the stats in their favour? From World Cups to the WTC Final.

New Zealand visa fraud: How a Gujarat agent duped 7, swindled Rs 71 lakh

If an agent claims you have been granted a New Zealand visa, you can verify its authenticity using the official Visa Verification service

New Zealand visitor numbers up 12% in 2024, India, China in top five

Australia accounted for the largest increase, with 127,000 more arrivals than in 2023

New Zealand migration shifts: Departures hit 128,700, arrivals drop 32%

Indian citizens made up the largest group of new migrants in 2024, with 27,100 arrivals

'Everyone must go': Why this New Zealand tourism campaign is facing flak

Critics have downplayed the campaign's slogan, with some saying it sounds like a discount store promotion or even a public restroom sign

New Zealand Golden Visa: English requirement dropped to lure rich investors

From April 1, the Active Investor Plus visa will be streamlined into two categories, while the range of acceptable investments will be broadened

New Zealand eases visa rules, allowing tourists to work remotely for a year

New Zealand is relaxing visitor visa rules to allow travellers to work remotely while holidaying in the country

Improving connectivity to boost India-New Zealand trade ties: GTRI

India and New Zealand should address market access issues for goods, promote collaborations in key sectors, and work on improving connectivity with an aim to boost bilateral trade, which is just USD 1.5 billion, think tank GTRI said on Sunday. Both countries should set a target to double two-way trade within five years by identifying products for early tariff relief and organizing business delegations and roadshows in India, it said. It also said that India's proposed free trade agreement with New Zealand would have limited benefit to domestic companies as they are already enjoying duty free access to a significant number of goods in that market. New Zealand's average import tariff is just 2.3 per cent, compared to India's 17.8 per cent. Besides, 58.3 per cent of New Zealand's tariff lines (or product categories) are duty-free, meaning Indian products already enjoy significant access without a trade pact in the New Zealand market, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) said.

New Zealand eases visa rules for Indians amid global immigration crackdown

These changes simplify hiring processes for employers and relax requirements for prospective workers, making New Zealand a more accessible destination

New Zealand cuts migrant work experience to 2 yrs: How Indians may benefit

By 2025-end, the Indian population in New Zealand is expected to reach approximately 328,800, according to reports

INSV Tarini sets sail for longest leg of global voyage with women officers

This endeavour, known as Navika Sagar Parikrama II, highlights India's growing expertise in maritime exploration and underscores the courage and determination of its naval personnel

New Zealand eyes overhaul of 'Golden Visa' scheme to woo wealthy immigrants

New Zealand is reviewing the visa's investment requirements, with announcements by immigration minister Erica Stanford expected soon

Nearly a decade on, New Zealand keen to restart free-trade agreement talks

The two countries entered into FTA negotiations 14 years ago, but talks stalled after 10 rounds of discussions, and no formal round of negotiations has been held since February 2015