The May Lookout introduces Aspen NZ's new report on the NZ-India FTA and what it opens up for New Zealand businesses, alongside a look at cybersecurity governance in an age of AI, and why trust matters more than technical knowledge in determining whether breakthrough science succeeds

The NZ-India Free Trade Agreement, signed in April 2026, presents a significant opportunity for New Zealand businesses with export ambitions - however market access and market success are different things. Aspen Institute New Zealand's new report brings together the insights of practitioners who have succeeded in India, a breakdown of what the FTA contains, and a practical guide for businesses ready to explore the opportunity.