New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon Arrives in India for Raisina Dialogue and Bilateral Talks
Luxon's visit marks the first by a New Zealand Prime Minister in nine years, focusing on trade, security, and strengthening ties across multiple sectors.
- Christopher Luxon will deliver the keynote address at the 10th Raisina Dialogue, themed 'Kalachakra - People, Peace and Planet,' which runs from March 17-19 in New Delhi.
- Luxon is accompanied by a high-level delegation including ministers, business leaders, media, and members of the Indian diaspora in New Zealand.
- He will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 17 to discuss bilateral relations, with an exchange of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) expected.
- The visit includes meetings with President Droupadi Murmu, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Maharashtra officials during a stop in Mumbai.
- The trip aims to enhance trade and business opportunities, deepen cultural ties, and promote New Zealand as an investment destination.