Labour remains undecided on support for India free trade agreement

Tuesday 23 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 23 Dec 2025, 12:55pm

In this story Labour Party, Damien O'Connor

The Labour Party has not confirmed if it will support the government's free trade agreement with India, though spokesperson Damien O'Connor called it a "good step forward". Meanwhile, New Zealand First leader Winston Peters claims the deal was rushed for political purposes and could have secured more wins.

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1. RNZTue 23 Dec 2025, 4:57am

   Labour won't say if it'll back India free trade deal, says it's a 'good step forward' (opens in new tab)

2. 1News via RNZTue 23 Dec 2025, 6:34am

   India free trade agreement a 'good step forward' - Labour (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesTue 23 Dec 2025, 12:55pm

   India FTA 'rushed' for 'political purposes' - Peters (opens in new tab)