More jobs, higher incomes: New Zealand PM Luxon hails India free trade agreement
India and New Zealand have successfully concluded a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations.
Christopher Luxon is the 42nd Prime Minister of New Zealand. Luxon served as the Chief Executive Officer of Air New Zealand before entering politics. He is a member of the National Party, which came to power following its victory in the October 2023 general elections.
Luxon's priority as the New Zealand Prime Minister is to improve the country's economy. He has pledged to control inflation, reduce interest rates, and lower the cost of living. Additionally, his government has promised tax cuts, reductions in public services, and the addition of 500 new officers to the police force.
In March 2025, Christopher Luxon visited India for a five-day official tour.
India and New Zealand have successfully concluded a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations.
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters said his party was “regrettably opposed” to the trade agreement with India, arguing that it makes “serious concessions” on immigration and investment while failing to secure meaningful gains for New Zealand’s key export sectors, especially dairy.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon tried making jalebis at the Sikh Games in Takanini, and a video of the moment which was shared on Instagram left viewers delighted.
The Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi bill was rejected by Parliament in a 112 to 11 vote in Wellington, halting its progress to a third and final vote.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon enjoyed a game of gully cricket with Kapil Dev in New Delhi. Former New Zealand cricketer Ross Taylor and spinner Ajaz Patel joined in on the fun.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joked that cricket was off the table during his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Monday. India defeated Zealand in the Champions Trophy final on March 09.
India and New Zealand signed a defence and security pact on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns with New Zealand’s PM Christopher Luxon about anti-India activities in New Zealand and called for stricter action against such elements.
New Zealand’s Commerce Minister, Andrew Bayly, resigned after inappropriately touching a staff member’s arm. Despite apologizing, he faced criticism. Prime Minister Luxon ruled out his return, while opposition leaders condemned the government’s response.
New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon makes a "formal and unreserved" apology in Parliament for the widespread abuse, torture and neglect of hundreds of thousands of children and vulnerable adults in care, in Wellington.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon expressed regret after a public enquiry revealed that around 200,000 children and vulnerable adults were abused in state and religious care over the past 70 years. The report highlighted systemic abuse, particularly of Indigenous Maori and disabled individuals, prompting calls for significant reforms.
PM Luxon is spending four days in Japan, where he is expected to meet with Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and spend time promoting New Zealand business.
New Zealand's new Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirmed the country would scrap the anti-smoking laws before they came into effect.
New Zealand’s new right-of-centre government was sworn in, with parliament expected to sit next week and begin working on new policies.
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On this Special Report, Business Today anchor Sakshi Batra discusses the historic India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the record-breaking market rally. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon highlights the deal's benefits, stating, 'This is a landmark trade deal, reducing or removing tariffs on 95% of our exports to India.' The pact promises zero-duty access for Indian exports and a $20 billion investment from New Zealand. The programme also covers the Sensex surging 1,000 points and gold hitting a record $4,400. Market expert Sneha Poddar, Vice President at Motilal Oswal Financial Services, analyses the rally, while Ajay Kedia, Founder of Kedia Advisory, forecasts precious metal trends for 2026.