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flag New Zealand and India signed a free trade deal eliminating tariffs on all goods, boosting exports and jobs for both nations.

flag New Zealand and India have finalized a comprehensive free trade agreement, eliminating tariffs on 100% of tariff lines and granting Indian exports duty-free access to New Zealand markets. flag The deal, concluded on December 22, 2025, after five negotiation rounds, supports labor-intensive sectors like textiles, apparel, leather, and engineering goods, benefiting Indian workers, artisans, women, youth, and small and medium enterprises. flag Prime Minister Christopher Luxon called it a landmark agreement that boosts jobs, exports, and economic growth for both nations, enhancing integration into global value chains and promoting innovation, skill mobility, and long-term resilience. flag The FTA aligns with India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and marks a significant step in New Zealand’s Indo-Pacific engagement.

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