Photo: RNZNew Zealand First leader Winston Peters says the India free trade deal has been rushed through for political gain, and more wins could have been secured with longer negotiations. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Trade Minister Todd McClay announced the deal at the Beehive on Monday. The UK free trade deal has no such conditions. He said in the 1980s we thought the whole world would adopt free trade, but they haven't. RNZ has sought further comment from Trade Minister Todd McClay.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 23, 2025 00:31 UTC