#economy: India trade talks open new horizon for Māori tourism growth

#economy: India trade talks open new horizon for Māori tourism growth

Growing momentum toward a potential free trade agreement between India and New Zealand is being seen as a major opportunity for Māori tourism and economic development, with the potential to unlock new markets, partnerships, and long-term growth. As negotiations progress, attention is turning to how Māori tourism operators could benefit from increased access to one of the world’s fastest-growing outbound travel markets. India’s expanding middle c…

New Zealand-India free trade agreement puts mobility in play

New Zealand has, for the first time, signed a dedicated annex on student mobility and post-study work rights with India as part of its free trade agreement (FTA), placing education and skills pathways at the centre of bilateral ties. The annex locks in key provisions for Indian students, guaranteeing 20-hour work rights during study and clearer post-study pathways of up to three years for graduates and four for doctoral candidates. While interna…

Wellington's Wager: Why New Zealand Chose India in an Age of Uncertainty

In a landmark bilateral development, India and New Zealand have agreed on a Free Trade Agreement allowing 100 per cent duty-free access to Indian products in New Zealand. New Zealand has also agreed to invest 20 billion dollars in India over the next 15 years. India has taken a cautious and pragmatic approach by excluding the dairy sector. In a landmark bilateral development, India and New Zealand have agreed on a Free Trade Agreement allowing 1…