Summary
Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada is visiting India to improve relations between the two countries. The visit focuses on strengthening trade ties and moving past previous tensions caused by accusations related to a Sikh separatist's death in Canada. During his visit, Carney will discuss trade and other matters with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Key Facts
- Prime Minister Mark Carney is in India to strengthen relations with the country.
- Carney starts his visit in Mumbai and then goes to New Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- In the past, relations between Canada and India were tense due to accusations involving the killing of a Sikh separatist, which India denied.
- Carney's visit aims to reduce Canada's trade dependency on the United States by improving trade with India.
- The focus is on negotiating a comprehensive free trade agreement between Canada and India.
- Canadian officials are addressing security concerns and claim the Indian government is not linked to current threats or violent acts in Canada.
- Diplomatic efforts began with inviting Modi to the G7 summit and continued with meetings between officials from both countries.
- Carney's focus during this trip is primarily on trade issues, including energy, technology, and defense.
