India and New Zealand signed a landmark agreement on Monday to institutionalize their defence and security cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, held extensive discussions on trade, defence, education, and agriculture.

Modi announced that both nations would develop a roadmap to enhance collaboration in the defence industry sector. He emphasized a shared commitment to combating terrorism, referencing the Christchurch attack of 2019 and the Mumbai attacks of 2008. "Terrorism in any form is unacceptable. Strict action is necessary against those responsible," Modi said.

India also raised concerns over certain unlawful elements in New Zealand engaging in anti-India activities. Modi expressed confidence in New Zealand’s continued cooperation in addressing such threats.

On trade, both countries agreed to initiate negotiations for a mutually beneficial free trade agreement. Modi highlighted opportunities for increased trade and investment, particularly in dairy, food processing, and pharmaceuticals.

The leaders also underscored their commitment to a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific. Modi reiterated India's stance on development over expansionism, while Luxon reaffirmed New Zealand’s dedication to addressing strategic challenges in the region.

The talks reflected growing bilateral ties and a shared vision for regional stability.

India and New Zealand signed a landmark agreement on Monday to institutionalize their defence and security cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, held extensive discussions on trade, defence, education, and agriculture.

Modi announced that both nations would develop a roadmap to enhance collaboration in the defence industry sector. He emphasized a shared commitment to combating terrorism, referencing the Christchurch attack of 2019 and the Mumbai attacks of 2008. "Terrorism in any form is unacceptable. Strict action is necessary against those responsible," Modi said.

India also raised concerns over certain unlawful elements in New Zealand engaging in anti-India activities. Modi expressed confidence in New Zealand’s continued cooperation in addressing such threats.

On trade, both countries agreed to initiate negotiations for a mutually beneficial free trade agreement. Modi highlighted opportunities for increased trade and investment, particularly in dairy, food processing, and pharmaceuticals.

The leaders also underscored their commitment to a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific. Modi reiterated India's stance on development over expansionism, while Luxon reaffirmed New Zealand’s dedication to addressing strategic challenges in the region.

The talks reflected growing bilateral ties and a shared vision for regional stability.