A new window has opened for India-Canada relations as Prime Minister Narendra Modi looks to improve ties with Canada after a period of tension. The Indian government is hopeful that with the new Liberal government taking charge, both countries can work together to build a better partnership.
Prime Minister Modi congratulated former prominent banker Mark Carney, who holds a key position in the new Canadian Government. Carney is a famous figure in worldwide finance, having served as the Governor of the Bank of England and the Bank of Canada. PM Modi said he looks forward to running with Carney to create new possibilities among the two countries.
India and Canada have had a rocky relationship in recent times. The central issue started when Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made statements about the Indian government’s alleged role in the killing of a Canadian Sikh leader, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in British Columbia last year. India intensely denied these allegations and responded by reducing diplomatic staff and canceling some visa services for Canadian citizens.
As a result, bilateral negotiations, especially those relating to trade, came to a halt. However, with the new government set up in Canada, there is fresh hope for dialogue and cooperation.
Indian officials believe Mark Carney’s global experience and moderate views could help bridge the gap. Carney is known to support balanced and fair international relations, which could help rebuild trust between the two countries.
According to reports, India is ready to engage in talks on trade, education, clean energy, and people-to-people ties if the Canadian side shows willingness to work on resolving differences.
This change in the Canadian political panorama could result in better India-Canada relations. With Mark Carney anticipated to play a key position and India showing hobby in new partnerships, each countries have a threat to reset their diplomatic and trade ties. A satisfactory result can benefit students, companies, and citizens of both countries.
