John Key eyes free trade in India visit

Prime Minister John Key is hoping for a trade agreement with India. Photo / File

The Prime Minister is scheduled to leave tomorrow for an official state visit to India.

John Key will discuss trade and tourism with India's political and business leaders.

A delegation of New Zealand's top CEOs will be with him for the three days in New Delhi and Mumbai.

Mr Key will also visit the Taj Mahal, a cricket ground and a Bollywood film set.

But the main aim of the trip is move a step closer towards a free trade agreement with the world's second most populous nation.

- Newstalk ZB