AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIndia–NZ Trade & Politics: PM Narendra Modi arrived in Auckland for a two-day visit, touting the India–New Zealand free trade deal as “historic” and a boost for jobs and investment, but the trip is shadowed by coalition disputes over migration and visa clauses and by fresh claims of hostility toward the Indian diaspora. Central Bank Watch: New Zealand’s Reserve Bank lifted the cash rate to 2.5% for the first time since 2023, signalling more hikes as it tries to curb inflation. Regional Security: NZ says it will discuss joining the Australia–Fiji “Ocean of Peace” defence alliance after China’s South Pacific missile test, with Luxon calling it a positive step for regional security. Health & Food Safety: Shellfish biotoxin warnings were issued for parts of Marlborough Sounds, while a major recall hit supermarket shelves in Australia. Sport (NZ angle): Belgium’s King Philippe visited the Red Devils ahead of their World Cup quarter-final vs Spain, with Belgium having beaten New Zealand 5-1 earlier in the tournament.
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