Summary
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting India to strengthen trade and political relationships amid current tensions with the United States. During his visit, he plans to discuss partnerships involving trade, energy, technology, artificial intelligence, and defense with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The trip occurs against the backdrop of past diplomatic issues between Canada and India, including allegations surrounding a Sikh activist's death.
Key Facts
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is in India to explore new trade opportunities.
- The visit is part of Canada's effort to find new trade partners due to tensions with the United States.
- Carney will meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss various partnerships.
- Topics of discussion include trade, energy, technology, artificial intelligence, and defense.
- Canada and India are working towards a free-trade agreement after resuming negotiations last year.
- Carney aims to double trade with India by 2030, targeting $51 billion annually.
- Diplomatic relations between Canada and India are tense due to past incidents involving Sikh activists.
- After India, Carney will travel to Australia and Japan to discuss further trade and defense links.
