“India’s Fastest-Ever FTA: How the New Zealand Deal Reshapes Trade, Jobs and Exports”, Open the magzine, december 23, 2025
“India has sealed one of its most ambitious trade deals yet, and at record speed.
On December 22, 2025, India and New Zealand concluded negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in just nine months, making it India’s fastest trade pact with a developed economy. Once implemented, New Zealand will eliminate tariffs on 100% of its tariff lines, offering zero-duty access to all Indian exports from day one.
For exporters, students, professionals—and eventually consumers—this is a deal with real consequences……”
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