New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is in India, and this visit is more than just a diplomatic courtesy call—it’s a statement. Luxon has marked India as a top priority for his leadership, and he’s here with big ambitions. Trade, tourism, and strategic alignment are at the heart of the visit, but there’s more.

This is the first official visit by a New Zealand PM in a long time, and Luxon means business in every sense of the word. He wants a deeper engagement with India—not just in trade but also in defence cooperation. Prime Minister Modi, meanwhile, stated that this budding new relationship will prove to be a “match-winning partnership" for the people of both nations.

Prime Minister Luxon kicked off his five-day tour with a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he was received with a warm and traditional welcome. He also delivered the keynote address at the Raisina Dialogue, where he is the chief guest—a clear sign that India is rolling out the red carpet.

With nearly 6% of New Zealand’s population being of Indian origin, the two leaders acknowledged their countries’ deep-rooted people-to-people ties.

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