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Modi visits New Zealand as trade deal sparks India pushback

ArabNews

ArabNews

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July 10, 2026

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WELLINGTON: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in New Zealand on Friday touting a free trade deal that has sparked a backlash despite promises it will unlock jobs and economic riches. On the agenda are trade, tourism and sport — but recent undercurrents of anti-migrant sentiment risk tarnishing his trip to a nation long proud of its tolerance. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon celebrated the signing in April of the free trade deal with the world’s most populous nation, touting an export boom that would deliver jobs and investment in spades.

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The Tribune

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· Jul 9, 2026

Ahead of PM Modi’s visit, New Zealand PM says 57% of exports to India will be tariff-free under trade deal

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s scheduled visit to New Zealand, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Thursday welcomed the proposed India-New Zealand trade agreement, saying it would provide a significant boost to the country’s exporters. In a post on X, Luxon said the trade pact would open new opportunities for New Zealand businesses by reducing []

The Hindu BusinessLine

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· Jul 3, 2026

PM Modi to undertake first visit to New Zealand next week: New Zealand PM Luxon

India and New Zealand’s free trade agreement, signed earlier this year, provides duty-free access for India’s exports to New Zealand

Business Today

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· Jul 2, 2026

Japanese PM Takaichi Lands in India — Northeast Emerges as Strategic Pivot

Japanese PM Takaichi visits India, highlighting northeast as a strategic hub. Talks with PM Modi focus on Act East Policy, connectivity, and Indo-Pacific regional security.

India Today

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· Jul 10, 2026

Live: PM Modi makes maiden trip to New Zealand, to hold govt, business interactions

Live: PM Modi makes maiden trip to New Zealand, to hold govt, business interactions

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 11, 2026

Indian PM Narendra Modi visits New Zealand

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, have renewed diplomatic ties. ​New Zealand is the final leg of Prime Minister Modi's Asia-Pacific Tour after he signed deals with Australia and Indonesia. ​The two countries signed a defence cooperation deal and pledged greater collaboration on maritime safety. ​It's the first time an Indian leader has visited New Zealand in 40 years.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 10, 2026

MPI backing NZ exporters to tap growth under India free trade pact - Diana Reaich

MPI backing NZ exporters to tap growth under India free trade pact - Diana Reaich

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Related coverage for "Modi visits New Zealand as trade deal sparks India pushback": The Tribune — Ahead of PM Modi’s visit, New Zealand PM says 57% of exports to India will be tariff-free under trade deal. The Hindu BusinessLine — PM Modi to undertake first visit to New Zealand next week: New Zealand PM Luxon. Business Today — Japanese PM Takaichi Lands in India — Northeast Emerges as Strategic Pivot. India Today — Live: PM Modi makes maiden trip to New Zealand, to hold govt, business interactions. Sky News Australia — Indian PM Narendra Modi visits New Zealand. The New Zealand Herald — MPI backing NZ exporters to tap growth under India free trade pact - Diana Reaich