New Delhi :Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, marking a historic milestone as it became the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to New Zealand in 40 years.
In a special gesture reflecting the warmth and importance attached to bilateral relations, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon personally received Prime Minister Modi at the airport in Auckland.
The landmark visit is expected to provide fresh momentum to the India-New Zealand partnership and open new avenues of cooperation across a wide range of sectors.
During the visit, both countries are set to focus on strengthening collaboration in key areas including trade and investment, defence and security, sports, culture, education, and people-to-people exchanges.
The visit highlights the growing importance of India-New Zealand relations and reflects the shared commitment of both nations to build a stronger and more comprehensive partnership based on mutual respect, common democratic values, and expanding cooperation.
Prime Minister Modi’s historic visit is expected to further deepen engagement between the two countries and create new opportunities for economic growth, strategic cooperation, and stronger connections between the people of India and New Zealand.