Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon during the India-New Zealand business event, in New Zealand on July 11, 2026.
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India and New Zealand on Saturday (July 11, 2026) elevated their ties to a strategic partnership and set a five-year target to double their annual bilateral trade in goods and services to ₹35,000 crore by 2030 following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Kiwi counterpart Christopher Luxon.Also read | India, New Zealand elevate ties to strategic partnership; target ₹35,000 crore trade by 2030The meeting yielded 18 concrete outcomes, including 10 agreements. Key among them were a roadmap to expand ties in the next four years, a framework for enhancing Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation, and a reciprocal logistics support pact between the Indian Navy and the New Zealand Defence Force.Mr. Modi landed in Auckland last night in the third and final leg of his three-nation tour that largely focused on expanding cooperation in the Indo-Pacific against the backdrop of China’s increasing assertiveness in the region.Also read | What is the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement? | Explained The visit came following the recent signing of the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA).Follow the LIVE updates here:July 11, 2026 09:39 PM Modi outlines plans for trade collaborationPM Modi has invited business leaders from New Zealand to invest in the Production Linked Incentive schemes of the Union government through which, approximately $20 billion in support is being provided across 14 sectors, from food processing to textiles. - The Hindu BureauJuly 11, 2026 09:29 More than 50% trade growth in 3 years, says PM Narendra ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi said today that bilateral trade between India and New Zealand has grown by more than 50% in the last three years and expressed confidence that the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) would provide the foundation to double trade over the next five years.Addressing the Gala Lunch hosted in his honour by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Auckland, Mr. Modi also welcomed New Zealand’s $20 billion investment commitment in India, saying it would create new opportunities for New Zealand companies to become long-term partners in India’s growth story.- ANIJuly 11, 2026 09:26 First Indian PM to visit New Zealand in 40 yearsNarendra Modi’s visit to New Zealand marks the first visit of an Indian PM to New Zealand in 40 years.- PMOJuly 11, 2026 09:22 India-N.Z. free trade pact to inject 'depth and dynamism' into economic ties: PM ModiThe landmark India-New Zealand free trade agreement would add depth and dynamism to the bilateral economic ties and open new opportunities for market access, investment and talent mobility, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today.In an interaction with a select group of CEOs and business leaders, PM Modi emphasised that the two nations’ shared democratic values, diversity, and commitment to sustainable development provide a robust foundation for an ambitious, forward-looking economic partnership.- PTIJuly 11, 2026 09:19 PM Modi praises Maori business leaders in New ZealandLauding the cultural synergy between India and the indigenous community of New Zealand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the shared values of respect for nature, community, and sustainability between India and the Maori people can pave the way for a unique model of inclusive global trade.Delivering his address at the Business and Sports Engagement event in Auckland, PM Modi expressed special gratitude to Maori business leaders and highlighted that special provisions have been carved out for them in the newly concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA).- ANIJuly 11, 2026 09:18 Prime Ministers call for 'bold and effective' UN reformPrime Ministers Narendra Modi and Christopher Luxon call for a ‘bold and effective’ UN reform.They also affirm support for the expansion of the UN Security Council.- PTIJuly 11, 2026 09:14 PM Modi, Luxon express concern over escalations in West Asia warPM Narendra Modi and Kiwi counterpart Christopher Luxon express concern over renewed escalation of tensions in West Asia.Mr. Modi and Mr. Luxon urge all parties in West Asia to exercise restraint, de-escalate tensions, and ensure protection of civilians: joint statement.- PTIJuly 11, 2026 09:11 PM Narendra Modi participates in India–New Zealand Business EventJuly 11, 2026 09:09 PM Modi participates in a Gala lunch hosted by New Zealand PM Christopher LuxonJuly 11, 2026 09:06 India, New Zealand elevate ties to strategic partnership; target ₹35,000 crore trade by 2030India, New Zealand elevate ties to strategic partnership; target ₹35,000 crore trade by 2030India and New Zealand strengthen ties as strategic partners, aiming for ₹35,000 crore trade by 2030. Published - July 11, 2026 09:06 am IST
