Bangladesh, April 27 -- In a move poised to reshape economic ties across the Indo-Pacific, India and New Zealand are set to sign a landmark free trade agreement (FTA), marking a significant milestone in their bilateral relationship. The deal, described by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon as a “once-in-a-generation” opportunity, reflects a shared ambition to deepen trade, expand investment flows, and strengthen strategic cooperation between the two nations.

The agreement, expected to be formally inked following months of negotiations, builds on diplomatic momentum generated when Luxon met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi last year. That meeting laid the groundwork for a comprehensive economic partne...