Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have committed to advancing bilateral ties across multiple sectors.
In a statement released on Saturday, PM Modi's office highlighted the shared democratic values and close people-to-people connections anchoring the India-New Zealand relationship. The leaders expressed their firm commitment to elevate bilateral cooperation in the coming years.
During a congratulatory call from Luxon on Modi's recent re-election, the two leaders agreed to enhance cooperation in areas such as trade and economic collaboration, animal husbandry, pharmaceuticals, education, and space.
The statement noted, "Highlighting the momentum generated by the recent high-level contacts between the two sides, they agreed to advance the mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation in various areas, including trade and economic cooperation, animal husbandry, pharmaceuticals, education, space among others."
PM Modi expressed his gratitude to Luxon for his efforts in safeguarding the interests of the Indian community in New Zealand and was assured of continued support for their security and well-being.
Modi later posted on social media platform X, "I thank Prime Minister Christopher Luxon for his call and warm felicitations. Reiterated our firm commitment to take forward India-New Zealand ties, which are rooted in shared democratic values and people-to-people ties. Appreciate his efforts towards the security and well-being of the Indian diaspora in New Zealand."
PM Modi recently secured a third consecutive term in the Lok Sabha elections.