Sporting showcase

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher: Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the enduring sporting relationship between India and New Zealand after attending a Sporting Showcase with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, describing sport as a powerful bridge connecting the two countries.

Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, "Sports have always been a strong bridge between India and New Zealand. This year, we are also marking a century of vibrant sporting ties. In Auckland, PM Luxon and I attended a Sporting Showcase, where we saw a range of cutting-edge sporting innovations. It was wonderful to see how technology and creativity are shaping the future of sports while bringing our two nations even closer."

PM Modi’s Sporting Showcase was part of his wider effort to embed international sporting partnerships, coming days after he attended an event celebrating India-Australia sporting ties at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).