FOUND: 27 - What They Never Told You

"We are moving ahead with connecting India's UPI and New Zealand's payment system": PM Modi

"Friends, to make our Strategic Partnership meaningful, we are turning the strengths of both countries into practical cooperation. In the field of Fintech, we are moving ahead with connecting India's UPI and New Zealand's payment system. In agriculture, dairy, and food processing, we have developed a strong framework for cooperation,…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

'Move forward shoulder to shoulder on issue of terrorism': PM Modi announces JWG with New Zealand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (local time) said India and New Zealand have decided to move "shoulder to shoulder" in combating terrorism by establishing a Joint Working Group, while reaffirming their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and reform of global institutions, including the United Nations.

The Economic Times · Jul 11

India-New Zealand free trade pact to inject 'depth and dynamism' into economic ties: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the India-New Zealand free trade agreement's potential. This landmark pact will enhance bilateral economic ties and market access. The two nations elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership with clear goals. India's growth and reforms offer significant trade and investment opportunities for New Zealand. Both…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

AI can't replace mental health therapists. But here's where it might make a difference

The appeal is easy to understand. Chatbots don't judge. Unlike stretched mental health services in countries such as New Zealand and Australia, they don't keep people on lengthy waiting lists.

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Fragile yen set for weekly decline as intervention risks mount

The yen remains near a forty-year low, causing trader concern over potential Japanese intervention. Renewed Gulf hostilities are casting a shadow over energy prices and global inflation outlooks. The dollar saw slight easing but remained largely unchanged for the week. Other currencies like the British pound and euro showed strength…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

‘A lot of red flags’: plans for New Zealand’s first AI datacentre spark concern as locals demand greater transparency

Plans to build a NZ$3.5bn datacentre in Makarewa in the country’s south has drawn concern about electricity and water use, and potential noise pollution

The Guardian - AU · Jul 10

Australian PM raises red flag over China's ballistic missile test in talks with PM Modi

In response to China's recent ICBM launch, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese voiced significant concerns, emphasizing the need for regional security. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Both leaders agreed to enhance cooperation for a secure region, while China dismissed the…

The Times of India · Jul 9

A New Zealand forestry village that lost most of its jobs after industry reforms could become the country's first integrated wood-processing hub, turning timber into biofuels, aviation fuel, and high-value chemicals

Kaingaroa village plans to become New Zealand's first integrated forestry processing cluster. This initiative aims to maximize wood value by processing it locally into high-value products. The project seeks to create jobs and economic opportunities for the local iwi. Sustainable aviation fuel and renewable chemicals are key outputs of this…

The Times of India · Jul 9

NZ legalised homosexuality 40 years ago – but even today, justice issues remain

Significant developments in social history sometimes happen through law reform. Arguably, New Zealand’s most significant example is that it was the first country to pass legislation to grant all women the right to vote, in 1893.

The Conversation · Jul 9

New Zealand eases student visa rules; here's what's changing for international students

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa rules from July twentieth. International students will gain more flexibility in choosing their study programs. Secondary school students can now defer final course selections until later. The visa will also cover more lower-level study pathways and English courses. These changes aim to…

The Economic Times · Jul 9