New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon visited India, engaging with children in cricket and visiting landmarks. He emphasised the Indian diaspora’s role in New Zealand and announced plans to sign a free trade agreement expected to significantly enhance bilateral trade.

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon noted that the Indian community is the third-largest ethnic group in New Zealand, the largest source of skilled migrants, and the second-largest source of international students.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is calling for the New Zealand Government to support its efforts to curb “illegal anti-India activities” in Aotearoa as he condemns “terrorists, separatists, and radical elements”.