Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, met with visiting New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday to discuss strengthening India-New Zealand relations.

The meeting follows a significant bilateral summit on Monday between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Luxon, where the two nations signed an ambitious defence cooperation pact and committed to enhancing ties in the Indo-Pacific region.

Gandhi’s engagement with Luxon focused on deepening bilateral connections, building on Monday’s momentum when Modi raised concerns about pro-Khalistani activities in New Zealand and both leaders vowed to counter such elements.

The Modi-Luxon talks yielded six agreements spanning education, sports, agriculture, and climate change, alongside plans for a defence industry roadmap. Luxon, on a five-day visit, also addressed the Raisina Dialogue on Monday, underscoring New Zealand’s growing strategic partnership with India, including FTA negotiations launched Sunday.