PM Modi Arrives In New Zealand On Final Leg Of 3-Nation Tour
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in New Zealand for the final leg of his three-nation tour, focusing on strengthening trade, defense, and maritime cooperation. This visit marks the first Indian Prime Ministerial trip to New Zealand in four decades.
Why it matters
The visit underscores India's 'Act East' policy and efforts to deepen strategic and economic ties within the Indo-Pacific region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday arrived in New Zealand on the final leg of his three-nation visit, during which he will hold talks with his counterpart Christopher Luxon and address the Indian diaspora.PM Modi was received by Luxon upon his arrival at the airport.In his departure statement in New Delhi, the prime minister had said that his visit would "meaningfully build" upon the strong momentum in India-New Zealand ties pursuant to Luxon's visit to India in March 2025.PM Modi said his visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand will further strengthen India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, as well as its outlook towards a free and open Indo-Pacific.Reached Auckland a short while ago. Thankful to Prime Minister Luxon for the welcome at the airport.This visit is historic, being the first Prime Ministerial visit to New Zealand in four decades.
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