PM Modi meets New Zealand opposition leader Chris Hipkins, discusses strategic partnership

July 11, 2026 4:07 PM

PM Modi meets New Zealand opposition leader Chris Hipkins, discusses strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met New Zealand's Leader of the Opposition, Chris Hipkins, during his official visit to the country. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Earlier today, met New Zealand's Leader of the Opposition, Mr. Chris Hipkins. The discussion covered key aspects of our strategic partnership, including trade, technology and people-to-people ties. Strong bipartisan support for our relationship remains one of its defining strengths." The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) s...

PM Modi hails Indian diaspora as pillar of India-New Zealand ties at ‘Kia Ora Modi’ event in Auckland

July 11, 2026 4:05 PM

PM Modi hails Indian diaspora as pillar of India-New Zealand ties at ‘Kia Ora Modi’ event in Auckland

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed a packed gathering of more than 10,000 members of the Indian diaspora at the "Kia Ora Modi" community event in Auckland, describing the overseas Indian community as one of the strongest pillars of the India-New Zealand relationship. In a special gesture, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined the event, underscoring the warmth and growing partnership between the two countries. Addressing the enthusiastic gathering, PM Modi thanked...