Pakistan, July 10 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New Zealand on Friday to promote a newly signed free trade agreement, as domestic political divisions and controversy over migration provisions overshadowed the historic visit. The trip marks the first visit by an Indian prime minister to New Zealand in four decades. Despite the political debate, both governments continue to emphasize the agreement's long-term economic and strategic benefits.

Modi's visit concludes his regional tour from July 6 to 11, which also included Indonesia and Australia. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described the visit as a celebration of a "winning partnership" between the two countries. However, the agreement has sparked disagre...