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New Zealand PM to begin India visit from March 16

New Zealand PM to begin India visit from March 16

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will pay an official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from March 16-20, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday. This would be Luxon's first visit to India after assuming office and he would be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including ministers, senior officials, businesses, media and members of the Indian diaspora community in New Zealand. "Prime Minister Rt Hon Luxon's visit underscores the longstanding and enduring ties between India and New Zealand. It reaffirms the continued commitment of both countries to…
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New Zealand PM makes first official speech of 2024

New Zealand PM makes first official speech of 2024

Wellington, Jan 18, In his first official address of 2024 in Parliament, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon asked his party to "go hard" in Parliament and requested MPs to stay focused. The ruling National Party boosted morale in the party's caucus retreat while welcoming the caucus back to work, reports Xinhua news agency. The government will deliver on the 100-day plan and fix the "mess of the previous government," Luxon told the National Party caucus. The 100-day plan includes 49 moves to improve the lives of New Zealanders, focusing on rebuilding the economy, easing the cost of living, restoring…
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