INDIA CANADA RELATIONS
India not a football to be kicked around, but an ally to be embraced, says Ex-Pentagon official
Michael Rubin says Mark Carney is better for India-Canada ties than Justin Trudeau. Rubin believes Canada needs to act maturely with India. He criticizes Trudeau's approach as political and not principled. Rubin accuses Trudeau of exaggerating claims about Hardeep Singh Nijjar and Khalistan. He urges Canada to address Khalistani extremism firmly.
Canada invited Modi to G7 as summit would be meaningless without him, says Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that Canada invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 Summit because his presence was crucial for the meeting's significance. Fadnavis also countered Sharad Pawar's criticism regarding strained relations with neighboring countries, highlighting India's importance as a reliable partner.
Canada invites Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince MBS to G7; ceasefire talks, Ukraine war and a tense past loom over the summit
Canada has invited Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the G7 summit. It is uncertain if he will attend. Saudi Arabia plays a key role in global conflicts and energy markets. The invitation comes after strained relations between Canada and Saudi Arabia. Ties thawed recently after a diplomatic freeze.
Before G7 turned out to be fine on Friday...
Initially, there was anger over the Indian PM's absence from the G7 summit hosted by Canada. There were plans to criticize Canada and even propose a deal with the US. An anti-G7 manifesto was also in the works. However, Mark Carney's invitation to Narendra Modi changed everything. The author now views G7 in a positive light.
'Carney had no options': Foreign affairs expert KP Fabian on Canada's invitation to PM Modi for G7 Summit
Despite initial hesitation due to domestic political tensions stemming from the killing of a Khalistani separatist, Canada has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 Summit. Pressure from other G7 members, recognizing India's vital role in global trade, Indo-Pacific stability, and its status as a major economy, ultimately led to the invitation.
India central to key supply chains; must be part of G7: Canadian PM
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney defended inviting India to the G7 summit, emphasizing its economic significance and role in global supply chains.
India is the 5th largest economy, so it makes sense: Canada’s Mark Carney backs PM Modi’s G7 invite despite tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has defended his decision to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 Summit, stating it "made sense" given India's economic stature and global role. Despite ongoing tensions over the killing of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Carney stressed that diplomacy is necessary for advancing national interests. The move sparked criticism from Sikh groups, but Carney underscored India's strategic value and noted progress in law enforcement dialogue between the two countries.
Look forward to PM Modi's visit to Canada for G7: Former MP Chandra Arya
Chandra Arya anticipates Narendra Modi's Canada visit for the G7 Summit. He emphasizes shared values between India and Canada. Arya views India as a crucial partner for Canada. Mark Carney highlights India's essential presence at the G7. Discussions will cover security and energy. PM Modi acknowledged the invitation from his Canadian counterpart.
PM Modi at G7: Is Carney undoing Trudeau's Khalistan policy?
Narendra Modi G7 summit: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation to Modi for the G7 summit signals a shift in Canada-India relations, contrasting with Trudeau's strained approach following the Nijjar killing. Carney emphasizes law enforcement dialogue and downplays the Khalistan issue, prioritizing national interests over domestic politics. This move aims to salvage Canada's foreign policy from being influenced by fringe political considerations.
Would be my pleasure to welcome PM Modi for G7: Former Canada MP Chandra Arya calls India "indispensable partner"
Chandra Arya welcomes Narendra Modi to Canada for the G7 meeting. He highlights shared values and India's global importance. Mark Carney emphasizes India's essential presence at the G7 summit. Discussions will cover security, energy, and digital future. India's role in supply chains makes its participation crucial.
India is fifth largest economy, their presence at G7 meeting 'makes sense': Canadian PM Mark Carney
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that the upcoming G7 summit in Canada will address critical issues like energy, security, and digital infrastructure. He emphasized India's essential role in these discussions, citing its status as the world's fifth-largest economy and most populous nation. Prime Minister Modi accepted Carney's invitation to attend, signaling a potential thaw in relations after recent tensions.
Canadian thaw! Mark Carney invites PM Modi for G7 meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G7 Summit in Canada later this month, following an invitation from newly elected PM Mark Carney, signaling improved bilateral relations. The summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, from June 15-17, offers Modi a platform to address cross-border terrorism.
PM Modi to attend G7 summit after receiving invitation from Canada's Mark Carney
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accepted the invitation from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend the 51st G7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada. Modi congratulated Carney on his recent election victory and expressed optimism about strengthening ties between India and Canada. Both leaders anticipate working together with renewed vigor, guided by mutual respect and shared interests, at the upcoming summit.
Stephen Harper, former Canadian PM, urges parties to cut ties with Khalistani separatist groups targeting India
Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper urged Canadian political parties to sever ties with separatist groups aiming to disrupt India's unity, particularly criticizing the Khalistani movement as a fringe element. He emphasized the importance of a unified stance against divisive forces to foster strong Canada-India relations.
India not invited at G7 meet in Canada 'yet another big diplomatic bungle': Congress
The Congress party has criticized the exclusion of India from the upcoming G7 summit in Canada, labeling it a significant diplomatic failure. They contrasted this with previous G8 summits where former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was invited and his voice was valued.
PM Modi unlikely to attend upcoming G7 summit in Canada
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the upcoming G7 summit in Canada due to strained relations between the two countries following allegations of India's involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Modi not likely to attend G7 summit this year, his first miss since 2019
Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the G7 summit in Canada due to strained relations over Khalistan separatists and the unresolved Nijjar assassination accusations. Canada has not formally extended an invitation, and logistical issues, potential disruptions, and diplomatic tensions make Modi's attendance improbable.
Khalistani issue casts a shadow on Indo-Canada ties once again
India-Canada relations may face strain again. This follows an invitation to Punjabi singers, including Jazzy B, to the British Columbia assembly. Jazzy B is known to support Khalistan. A British Columbia MLA posted a video showing admiration for Jazzy B. India is monitoring the situation. The presence of Khalistani figures in the assembly has sparked controversy.
Political space should not be given to extremist elements: MEA Randhir Jaiswal on Khalistan issue in Canada
India has consistently voiced its security concerns to Canada regarding pro-Khalistan elements, urging them to deny political space to extremists advocating violence and secession. The recent conversation between Jaishankar and Anita Anand, the Canadian Foreign Minister, signals a potential shift in India-Canada relations.
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