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May 10, 2026
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Saturday welcomed the Free Trade Agreement with India, describing it as a major achievement for his government, even as differences emerged within the ruling coalition after the country’s foreign minister voiced strong reservations.
Calling the agreement a landmark step, Luxon said it marked a key move towards long-term economic growth. “We said we’d secure a Free Trade Agreement with India in our first term, and we’ve delivered,” he said. Highlighting its economic impact, he added that the deal would bring “more jobs, higher incomes and more exports by opening the door to 1.4 billion Indian consumers.”
Luxon said the agreement aligned with his government’s broader agenda, stating, “Fixing the basics. building the future.” Luxon met PM Modi in October 2025.
