Modi visits New Zealand as trade deal sparks India pushback
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting New Zealand to promote a new free trade agreement, despite facing domestic backlash and anti-migrant rhetoric. The visit is complicated by controversial comments from local politicians and religious figures regarding the trade deal and Indian migration.
Prime Minister of New Zealand Christopher Luxon shakes hands with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi before their meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, March 17, 2025. —Reuters/File Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x comments Join our Whatsapp Channel Add Dawn as a trusted source India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in New Zealand on Friday touting a free trade deal that has sparked a backlash despite promises it will unlock jobs and economic riches.
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