A report by the think tank GTRI suggests Indian exporters have significant potential to increase shipments to New Zealand, helping the island nation reduce its dependence on China. In 2024-25, New Zealand imported over $10 billion from China versus $711 million from India. Sectors like agriculture, petroleum, pharma, apparel, and electronics offer opportunities, with specific examples in bakery products and food preparations showing India's minimal current share despite global export strength. A bilateral free trade agreement is noted as a facilitator for this growth.