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Ratification process for India-NZ FTA has begun, no set timeline yet: MEA

New Zealand's Free Trade Agreement ratification process has begun. The first parliamentary reading for the pact has already been completed. Officials confirmed no fixed timeline exists for the agreement's implementation. New Zealand assured India of bipartisan political support for the pact. This facilitation aims for a long-term economic partnership with…

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'PM Modi made several suggestions to advance trade ties with New Zealand': MEA during special press briefing

Prime Minister Modi proposed strengthening trade and economic ties with New Zealand. A maritime cooperation arrangement will boost collaboration in the maritime domain. Sports and education are identified as important pillars for bilateral cooperation. Bilateral trade has grown significantly and is expected to double soon. New Zealand's substantial investment commitment…

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New Zealand expands Pathway Student Visa from July 20; more flexibility for international students

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa rules starting July twentieth. Eligible students can now switch academic disciplines without a new visa application. The visa will also cover a wider range of study pathways and lower qualifications. International students will receive more time for English language study before their…

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"We are moving ahead with connecting India's UPI and New Zealand's payment system": PM Modi

"Friends, to make our Strategic Partnership meaningful, we are turning the strengths of both countries into practical cooperation. In the field of Fintech, we are moving ahead with connecting India's UPI and New Zealand's payment system. In agriculture, dairy, and food processing, we have developed a strong framework for cooperation,…

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'Move forward shoulder to shoulder on issue of terrorism': PM Modi announces JWG with New Zealand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (local time) said India and New Zealand have decided to move "shoulder to shoulder" in combating terrorism by establishing a Joint Working Group, while reaffirming their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and reform of global institutions, including the United Nations.

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India-New Zealand free trade pact to inject 'depth and dynamism' into economic ties: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the India-New Zealand free trade agreement's potential. This landmark pact will enhance bilateral economic ties and market access. The two nations elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership with clear goals. India's growth and reforms offer significant trade and investment opportunities for New Zealand. Both…

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India, New Zealand adopt Strategic Partnership Roadmap to 2030 with trade target of NZ$7 billion

India and New Zealand established a Strategic Partnership, aiming for enhanced cooperation. They adopted a 2030 roadmap to guide joint actions over the next four years. Both nations agreed to double bilateral trade to NZD 7 billion by 2030. The leaders welcomed the signing of a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement.…

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PM Modi receives Guard of Honour, holds bilateral talks with New Zealand PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with New Zealand's Christopher Luxon in Auckland. He received a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour upon his arrival. The visit is historic, marking the first Indian Prime Ministerial trip in four decades. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral partnership and trade relations…

The Economic Times

From schoolyard scraps to boxing for a Commonwealth medal

BMX world champion turned boxer Greer Hall targets a bantamweight podium finish for New Zealand at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

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How New Zealand's Internet Habits Are Raising the Stakes for SpinBit & Digital Casino Play

Kiwis spend hours online daily, and digital casino play is surging. New data shows 96.2% internet penetration. Here's what is driving the trend.

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Australia backs NZ getting aboard Pacific peace train

Australia has backed plans from New Zealand to potentially join a $1 billion alliance with Fiji aimed at curbing Chinese influence in the region.

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AI can't replace mental health therapists. But here's where it might make a difference

The appeal is easy to understand. Chatbots don't judge. Unlike stretched mental health services in countries such as New Zealand and Australia, they don't keep people on lengthy waiting lists.

The Economic Times

Fragile yen set for weekly decline as intervention risks mount

The yen remains near a forty-year low, causing trader concern over potential Japanese intervention. Renewed Gulf hostilities are casting a shadow over energy prices and global inflation outlooks. The dollar saw slight easing but remained largely unchanged for the week. Other currencies like the British pound and euro showed strength…

The Economic Times

‘A lot of red flags’: plans for New Zealand’s first AI datacentre spark concern as locals demand greater transparency

Plans to build a NZ$3.5bn datacentre in Makarewa in the country’s south has drawn concern about electricity and water use, and potential noise pollution

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Australian PM raises red flag over China's ballistic missile test in talks with PM Modi

In response to China's recent ICBM launch, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese voiced significant concerns, emphasizing the need for regional security. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Both leaders agreed to enhance cooperation for a secure region, while China dismissed the…

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Beyond cricket and the Taj Mahal, Modi visit reveals reality of NZ ties with India

As PM Narendra Modi arrives here, an Asia NZ Foundation survey finds 7 out of 10 Kiwi know little about India. That needs to change, writes Suzannah Jessep.

The Times of India

A New Zealand forestry village that lost most of its jobs after industry reforms could become the country's first integrated wood-processing hub, turning timber into biofuels, aviation fuel, and high-value chemicals

Kaingaroa village plans to become New Zealand's first integrated forestry processing cluster. This initiative aims to maximize wood value by processing it locally into high-value products. The project seeks to create jobs and economic opportunities for the local iwi. Sustainable aviation fuel and renewable chemicals are key outputs of this…

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NZ legalised homosexuality 40 years ago – but even today, justice issues remain

Significant developments in social history sometimes happen through law reform. Arguably, New Zealand’s most significant example is that it was the first country to pass legislation to grant all women the right to vote, in 1893.

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New Zealand eases student visa rules; here's what's changing for international students

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa rules from July twentieth. International students will gain more flexibility in choosing their study programs. Secondary school students can now defer final course selections until later. The visa will also cover more lower-level study pathways and English courses. These changes aim to…

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India-New Zealand FTA to make 57% of NZ exports tariff-free from day 1, Kiwi PM says

New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a significant trade deal with India. Fifty-seven percent of New Zealand's exports will enter India tariff-free immediately. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit New Zealand from July 10-11. This agreement expands access for New Zealand businesses to India's large economy. Discussions will cover…

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New Zealand is open to joining Australia-Fiji alliance

New Zealand's prime minister has opened the door to the country joining a defence alliance aimed at curbing Chinese influence in the Pacific.

The Economic Times

New Zealand to consider joining Australia and Fiji in defence alliance, PM says

New Zealand may join a new defence alliance between Australia and Fiji. This treaty, the Ocean of Peace Alliance, was signed earlier this week. The agreement allows other Pacific states to join the growing regional security pact. New Zealand's foreign minister noted this alliance underscores Pacific-led security responses. The government…

The Economic Times

The Pacific is no longer distant for India

India's foreign policy is increasingly focused on the Indo-Pacific region, underscored by Prime Minister Modi's recent trips. His engagements with Australia demonstrate a rapid expansion of strategic and economic collaborations. Meanwhile, New Zealand presents untapped potential for trade and investment.

AAP

Golf's No.1 has sights set on playing in Australia

The world's top golfer Scottie Scheffler has outlined how keen he is to play events in Australia and New Zealand amid changes to the PGA Tour schedule.

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New fuel storage buys NZ an insurance policy before the storm

New Zealand is investing in greater fuel resilience with expanded fuel storage designed to protect against future supply disruptions.

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