Due recognition

PM finds the fence

OPINION: When he promised an Indian FTA in his first term, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was really putting it all on red for the win. Against the odds (and with help from Todd McClay and others), he has thumbed his nose at the many doubters by closing just such a deal before Christmas – a move that will change the narrative around the PM and could help him win the election.

Meat, wool and hort big winners in Indian FTA

Primary sector leaders have welcomed the announcement of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand.

India FTA negotiations end

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