series of agreements were signed

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon paid a four-day visit to India from 16 to 20 March 2025, during which a series of agreements were signed to strengthen cooperation between the two countries. The highlight of the visit was the launch of talks for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as part of efforts to deepen economic cooperation amid the threat of a global tariff war sparked by the US President Donald Trump. The discussions were led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal from the Indian side and Todd McClay, Trade and Investment Minister from the New Zealand side. This marked a step towards strengthening bilateral relations. The move to resume negotiations also reflects India’s strategy to diversify trade partnerships with partner countries. สล็อตเว็บตรง