# The agreement gives duty-free access to 100% of India’s exports to New Zealand.

*business · news · 2026-04-28 · Hindustan Times*

## Key points

- India secured duty-free access to 100% of its exports to New Zealand under the FTA.
- New Zealand committed $20 billion in investments across agriculture, manufacturing, infrastructure, and innovation.
- India excluded politically sensitive sectors like dairy, onions, pulses, and animal fats from tariff liberalisation.
- Immediate duty elimination was granted on 30% of tariff lines, including wood, wool, and sheep meat.
- The deal includes Centres of Excellence for agricultural productivity and joint research on orchard management and beekeeping.

**Countries:** India, New Zealand

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