From bitterness to business: Carney's India visit signals thaw in strained ties
India Today
The visit is described as occurring at a pivotal moment in normalising bilateral relations. PM Modi and Mark Carney have previously committed to a constructive, balanced partnership rooted in mutual respect for each other's concerns and sensitivities, robust people-to-people links, and expanding economic synergies.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will undertake his first official visit to India from February 27 to March 2, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a significant step in resetting bilateral ties strained during the tenure of former Canadian leader Justin Trudeau.
The visit comes amid efforts by both nations to chart a forward-looking trajectory for their relationship, moving beyond the bitterness triggered by the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia.
Under Trudeau, Canada publicly accused Indian agents of potential involvement in the assassination -- a claim strongly denied by New Delhi -- leading to diplomatic expulsions, a sharp downgrade in ties, and mutual accusations of foreign interference.
In a notable shift under Carney's leadership, Canadian officials have recently stated that India is no longer believed to be linked to ongoing violent crimes or related activities on Canadian soil, signaling progress in security dialogues and a deliberate thaw in relations.
Carney, who succeeded Trudeau following the latter's resignation in early 2025 and a subsequent Liberal Party leadership contest and federal election victory, arrives in Mumbai on February 27.
Over the following days, he will engage in business meetings, interact with CEOs from both countries, industry leaders, financial experts, innovators, educators, and Canadian pension funds operating in India.
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