PM Modi highlights sports as bridge between India and New Zealand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described sports as a powerful bridge between India and New Zealand, saying the two countries are strengthening their partnership through greater sporting collaboration as they celebrate a century of sporting ties. The Prime Minister made the remarks after.

The gala luncheon, hosted by Prime Minister Luxon, was attended by eminent personalities from politics, business, industry, academia, technology, sports and the arts. In his welcome address, Luxon highlighted the deep and enduring ties between India and New Zealand and outlined a shared vision.

What Happened

PM Modi noted the complementarities between the two countries and welcomed the elevation of bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership. Following the luncheon, PM Modi and Luxon toured an exhibition showcasing innovative sports equipment and interacted with decorated New Zealand athletes and.

• He expressed confidence that the recently concluded India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) would create new opportunities for businesses, youth and farmers while helping achieve the goal of doubling bilateral trade by 2030.

• The sporting showcase formed part of both countries’ efforts to deepen collaboration in sports, innovation and youth engagement, particularly as India prepares to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games while New Zealand continues to strengthen.

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Key Details

Recalling a century of sporting engagement between the two countries, PM Modi said the newly concluded Sports Joint Action Plan would help expand cooperation beyond cricket. This year, India and New Zealand celebrate the centenary of sporting ties between our two countries.

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Why It Matters

We have developed a Sports Joint Action Plan to enhance cooperation in cricket as well as other sports.

• To mark this occasion, we are organizing several sports events in both countries.

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