India, April 27 -- India and New Zealand today signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marking a significant step in deepening economic and strategic ties between the two nations while creating expanded opportunities for trade, investment, and student mobility.

The agreement was signed by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and New Zealand's Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay in the presence of senior officials, business leaders, and a high-level delegation from New Zealand that included Members of Parliament and representatives of over 30 companies.

Described as a "historic milestone" by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, the agreement is expected to unlock new oppo...