From India’s perspective, the resistance is less about the substance of the agreement and more about New Zealand’s internal politics, particularly objections raised by Foreign Minister Winston Peters.
Gains from tariff concessions are likely to be gradual, as exporters will need time to adjust to supply chains, secure buyers and expand their presence in New Zealand.
Trade data shows strong overlap between India’s US-bound shipments and New Zealand’s unmet import demand
India-NZ FTA will have to be ratified by New Zealand’s parliament, where some members are expected to oppose it. Their dismay about the FTA is based on a narrow approach which doesn’t account for the larger economic and strategic benefits that will come the way of both countries
India has been seeking partners that offer market access without direct competition and provide long-term diversification opportunities. From India’s standpoint, the deal with New Zealand fits squarely into this strategy.
Leaders from the New Zealand Sikh community expressed disappointment at what they described as a provocative and unnecessary disruption to a legally sanctioned religious event.
In addition, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said there have been discussions on reviving talks with the Southern African Customs Union (SACU), an issue that was raised during recent G20 engagements with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.
India is ramping up its trade efforts heading into 2026, with a free trade deal with the EU on the horizon and negotiations advancing with the US, Oman, Peru, Chile, New Zealand, Israel and more. These moves aim to diversify export markets, reduce reliance on any single economy, and secure critical minerals amid global supply constraints.
New Zealand and the West Indies both took four points, their first points in the new World Test Championship cycle. The second test begins in Wellington on Wednesday.
New Zealand adds feral cats to Predator Free 2050, aiming to protect native wildlife, restore ecosystems and strengthen national conservation efforts across wildlife regions.
Lazzie hatched at Cincinnati Zoo in 2000. She became the first little penguin born there. The zoo now holds North America’s largest colony.
The trade deal with EU could even happen by November, it is learnt, given that there is consensus on key issues such as automobiles, whisky and wine, on which the 27-nation bloc is seeking significant tariff reductions.
Marsh put on 67 in 5.3 overs for the first wicket with Head (31), then added 68 for the second wicket with Matthew Short as Australia took the opener of the three-match series.
New Zealand vs Australia 1st T20I Live Streaming: Michael Bracewell will lead the New Zealand side in absence of Mitchell Santner.
New Zealand introduces two new skilled migrant residency pathways from 2026 to boost workforce, support businesses, and grow the economy.
Anna Breman, who is currently First Deputy Governor of Sweden’s Riksbank, will start a five-year term on Dec. 1, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said Wednesday in Wellington
September brings the year’s final solar eclipse, but will India see it? Skywatchers worldwide await the celestial display, while the nation must wait until 2027.
September’s partial solar eclipse will unfold today. Viewers can watch live online as the skies deliver the final celestial show of the year
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between Earth and the Sun. Tonight, skywatchers await a celestial display as the year’s final eclipse approaches.
This follows the third round of talks, held from September 15 to 19 in Queenstown, New Zealand, after which several chapters were concluded and significant progress was achieved in other key domains.
The Moon will once again align with the Sun this September. Will India catch a glimpse of the year’s final Solar Eclipse or miss it entirely?
Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson and Tim Seifert also agreed to casual deals for the 2025/26 season.
Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has opened ticket sales for his New Zealand concert on Ticketmaster.co.nz, thrilling fans worldwide with excitement for his electrifying performance and unmatched global stage presence.
From December 2025, New Zealand will accept only police clearance certificates from India’s Regional Passport Office for visa applicants. Here’s what Indians need to know.
Tens of millions of wild birds have already died worldwide. Since 2021, the H5N1 strain has devastated colonies of seabirds and marine mammals. New Zealand, however, has remained free from infection.