India and New Zealand will elevate their relationship to the level of a “Strategic Partnership” by 2030, and will focus on maritime security in the region.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon called the move a “major step in the relationship” during an official state visit by the Indian leader.
“Prime Minister (Narendra) Modi and I have backed that ambition with action,” he said in a statement.
The countries have agreed on a “Roadmap to 2030” plan, which also lists a goal of doubling two-way trade under the recently signed free trade agreement (FTA) by 2034.
Under that agreement, tariffs will be reduced or eliminated on 95 percent of New Zealand’s exports to India once it’s fully implemented. It immedately applies to 57 percent of New Zealand’s exports….
India, New Zealand Agree to ‘Strategic Partnership’ by 2030
