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"Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for IORA": MEA welcomes maritime ... ANI03 Mar 2026, 01:31 GMT+ New Delhi [India], March 2 (ANI): India and Canada are exploring new avenues for cooperation, with Canada expressing interest in becoming a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). During the Ministry of External Affairs briefing on Canadian PM Mark Carney's official visit to India, Secretary (East) P Kumaran stated that India has supported Canada's interest, citing potential benefits in maritime security, clean energy, and sustainable development. 'Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and that interest was expressed. India has supported that. We think that there are a number of areas in which we can work together with Canada and benefit from its expertise and experience in terms of maritime security, clean energy experience, sustainable development and so on,' he said. India sees Canada as a high-tech partner for 'Maritime Domain Awareness' (tracking ships and threats) and sustainable 'Blue Economy' development. Prime Minister Mark Carney presented a bold vision for Canada's military future, which aligns with…

PM Modi, Carney discuss long-term Uranium supply, set $50 ... - Mint India and Canada on Monday inked a landmark agreement on uranium cooperation and decided to finalise a comprehensive economic partnership agreement soon, following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart, Mark Carney, news agency PTI reported. Following the Modi-Carney bilateral talks atHyderabad Housein the national capital, the two sides inked several agreements, including one for cooperation in the critical minerals sector. "In the civil nuclear energy sector, we have struck a landmark deal for long-term uranium supply. We will also work together on small modular reactors and advanced reactors," he said. Under the agreement, Canada will supplyUranium to India. The two sides also firmed up the terms of reference for the comprehensive economic partnership agreement. "India and Canada hold an unwavering faith in democratic values. We celebrate diversity. The well-being of humanity is our shared vision. This very vision inspires us to move forward in every field," Modi said. Carney said they had agreed on the launch of a "strategic energy partnership with significant potential"…

Modi and Carney pledge trade expansion, put diplomatic crisis in the ... India and Canada on Monday firmed up agreements on critical minerals and the supply of uranium ore and finalised the terms of reference for negotiations on a free trade deal, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney pledged to build on the normalisation of ties by expanding trade and deepening security cooperation. Carney is on a four-day visit to India as part of efforts by the two sides to rebuild ties that went into a tailspin in 2023 after former PM Justin Trudeau alleged Indian government agents were linked to the killing of a Khalistani separatist. The rapprochement began when Modi met Carney on the margins of the G7 Summit in Canada last June and the two sides later unveiled a roadmap to reset the relationship. Besides a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the mining and processing of critical minerals, India’s Department of Atomic Energy and Canada’s Cameco, one of the world’s largest publicly traded uranium companies, signed a $2.6-billion agreement for the supply of 22 million pounds of uranium ore during 2027-2035. The two sides reiterated plans to increase two-wa…

Indian prez extends greetings on Canada’s national day, appreciates momentum in bilateral ties Canada PM Mark Carney visited India earlier this year and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and they agreed to an ambitious roadmap towards elevating the relationship including clinching a comprehensive economic partnership agreement

"Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for IORA": MEA welcomes maritime ... Share this article Please Contribute Here to help us Grow! India and Canada are exploring new avenues for cooperation, with Canada expressing interest in becoming a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). During the Ministry of External Affairs briefing on Canadian PM Mark Carney’s official visit to India, Secretary (East) P Kumaran stated that India has supported Canada’s interest, citing potential benefits in maritime security, clean energy, and sustainable development. “Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and that interest was expressed. India has supported that. We think that there are a number of areas in which we can work together with Canada and benefit from its expertise and experience in terms of maritime security, clean energy experience, sustainable development and so on,” he said. India sees Canada as a high-tech partner for “Maritime Domain Awareness” (tracking ships and threats) and sustainable “Blue Economy” development. Prime Minister Mark Carney presented a bold vision for Canada’s military future, which aligns with India’…

'Very realistic': Canadian envoy to India Chris Cooter ... - Tribune India New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Signalling renewed momentum in India-Canada ties, Canadian High Commissioner to India Chris Cooter has said the timeline for concluding the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Canada by the end of 2026 is "very realistic," underlining strong political and business momentum behind the negotiations. His remarks come after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit 2026 in France, where both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to conclude CEPA talks this year. "I think it's very realistic. There are a couple of reasons for that. Probably the most important one is that our two Prime Ministers want it to happen," Cooter said in am exclusive interview with ANI on Monday, noting that both leaders have repeatedly emphasised the importance of the trade pact. He added that negotiations have been actively progressing over the past few months. "The political will is there. We want to do this. We know we need it," he said. According to the joint press release issued by India's …

India, Canada explore new ties; Ottawa seeks IORA dialogue partner role India and Canada are exploring new avenues for cooperation, with Canada expressing interest in becoming a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). During the Ministry of External Affairs briefing on Canadian PM Mark Carney's official visit to India, Secretary (East) P Kumaran stated that India has supported Canada's interest, citing potential benefits in maritime security, clean energy, and sustainable development. "Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and that interest was expressed. India has supported that. We think that there are a number of areas in which we can work together with Canada and benefit from its expertise and experience in terms of maritime security, clean energy experience, sustainable development and so on," he said. India sees Canada as a high-tech partner for "Maritime Domain Awareness" (tracking ships and threats) and sustainable "Blue Economy" development. Prime Minister Mark Carney presented a bold vision for Canada's military future, which aligns with India's "Make in India" defence goals. By moving beyond trade and in…

Canada strengthens diplomacy with India through new envoy, says Anita ... Canada has taken a significant step in rebuilding diplomatic momentum with India by appointing veteran diplomat Christopher Cooter as its new High Commissioner in New Delhi. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the appointment “reflects Canada’s step-by-step approach to deepening diplomatic engagement and advancing bilateral cooperation with India.” She described it as “an important development toward restoring services for Canadians while strengthening the bilateral relationship to support Canada’s economy.” Mr. Cooter brings more than 35 years of diplomatic experience, having most recently served as Canada’s Charg d’affaires to Israel and previously as High Commissioner to South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Mauritius and Madagascar. Earlier in his career, he was First Secretary at the Canadian High Commission in India and Nepal. The announcement follows a joint commitment made last June by Prime Ministers Mark Carney and Narendra Modi at the G7 Summit to appoint new envoys in both countries. “The appointments are an important step towards restoring necessary diplomatic services to citizens and busine…

India, Canada working at speed to unleash potential of new partnerships ... India and Canada are working “at speed to unleash the potential of new partnerships” across a range of sectors. This was said by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney after he met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the margins of the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Evian, France, on Tuesday. In a post on X, Carney said he and Modi were “working at speed to unleash the potential of new partnerships between our nations — in energy, talent, and AI.” “India is the fastest-growing major economy in the world, and a powerhouse of global commerce and technology,” Carney said. A statement from the Indian PMO said that the two leaders reviewed progress in ties and “discussed strengthening cooperation in energy, technology, trade, economic ties and people-to-people exchanges.” Among the major items discussed was the status of the negotiations towards the comprehensive economic partnership agreement (Cepa). Both leaders said they want talks to conclude by the time the G20 Leaders’ Summit is held in Miami in December. Modi also said he will try and visit Canada before the end of this year. In a post on X, Modi sad, …

Carney invites India's Modi to Canada, eyes security exchange ... Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Canada for an official visit later this year, Carney’s office said Tuesday after the two leaders met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. The Prime Minister’s Office readout of the meeting did not include any mention of foreign interference or transnational repression, which India’s government has been accused of pursuing in Canada. The readout did, however, say that Carney and Modi agreed to launch negotiations on a General Security of Information Agreement, which would strengthen the exchange of classified defence and security information. Carney signed a similar agreement with France earlier this week. “They also looked forward to forthcoming dialogues in the areas of defence, finance and migration,” the readout said. “Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Carney for his invitation to visit Canada in 2026. Both sides agreed to remain engaged through diplomatic channels to work towards a mutually convenient date for the visit.” Story continues below advertisement The developments are the latest steps in a thawing of relation…

India, Canada working at speed to unleash potential of new partnerships: Carney India and Canada aim to enhance partnerships in energy, AI, and trade, with PMs Modi and Carney discussing the progress of a key economic agreement.

Prime Minister Carney secures ambitious new partnership with ... Go to the translated article March 2, 2026 New Delhi, India In a rapidly changing world, Canada is focused on what we can control. We are building our economic strength at home and diversifying our partnerships abroad. As the world’s fastest-growing major economy, India presents extraordinary opportunities. With a population of 1.4 billion, its energy demand is increasing faster than anywhere else in the world – equal to that of China and Southeast Asia combined. Canada is an energy and agricultural superpower, and a leader in critical minerals, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced manufacturing – precisely the sectors India is scaling at speed. Canada and India have had an historically strong, productive relationship. In 2024, total direct and indirect Canadian investment in India surpassed $110 billion. As both our nations embark on parallel missions to build and transform our respective economies and diversify key supply chains, we are forging a new partnership to leverage each other’s strength and ambition. To that end, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, visited Mumbai and New Delhi, India, this week. This ma…

Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for IORA: MEA welcomes maritime ... New Delhi [India], March 2 (ANI): India and Canada are exploring new avenues for cooperation, with Canada expressing interest in becoming a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). During the Ministry of External Affairs briefing on Canadian PM Mark Carney's official visit to India, Secretary (East) P Kumaran stated that India has supported Canada's interest, citing potential benefits in maritime security, clean energy, and sustainable development. "Canada wants to be a dialogue partner for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) and that interest was expressed. India has supported that. We think that there are a number of areas in which we can work together with Canada and benefit from its expertise and experience in terms of maritime security, clean energy experience, sustainable development and so on," he said. India sees Canada as a high-tech partner for "Maritime Domain Awareness" (tracking ships and threats) and sustainable "Blue Economy" development. Prime Minister Mark Carney presented a bold vision for Canada's military future, which aligns with India's "Make in India" defen…

Mark Carney and Narendra Modi target Canada-India trade deal by year ... Mark Carney and Narendra Modi target Canada-India trade deal by year-end International Trade Mar 6 Written By Means & Ways Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian counterpart Narendra Modi have agreed to accelerate trade negotiations toward a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with Carney pledging the deal would “reduce barriers, increase certainty and unlock opportunity for exporters, investors and workers in both our countries.” The push is part of Canada's broader strategy to double non-U.S. trade to $300 billion over a decade in response to President Trump's tariffs, with the two leaders targeting $70 billion in two-way trade by 2030. The diplomatic reset is notable given that talks had been frozen since 2023 following Ottawa's accusation of Indian government involvement in the murder of a Sikh-Canadian activist, a charge India denies. Read more You might also like June 26, 2026 Canada will remain aligned with the U.S., despite recent diversification efforts: CIBC June 26, 2026 June 26, 2026 June 19, 2026 Canada, U.S., Mexico to meet July 1 for first time on CUSMA June 19, 2026 June 19, 2026 June…

India and Canada Reset Diplomatic Ties with New High Commissioners New Delhi. September 5, 2025 For a while there, it seemed like the relationship between India and Canada had hit a deep freeze. But recently, a thaw has begun, signaled by a significant move from both sides: the appointment of new High Commissioners. Christopher Cooter will now represent Canada in India, while Dinesh K. Patnaik steps into the role of India’s envoy to Canada. It’s more than just a change of personnel; it’s a clear message that both nations are ready to move past the recent tensions and start talking again. From Strain to Renewal: The Significance of New Appointments This isn’t just a simple diplomatic rotation. It’s a deliberate effort to mend fences and reopen lines of communication that had been on the verge of collapse. The decision is a powerful mix of symbolism and practicality, showing a mutual commitment to rebuilding trust and strengthening a partnership that, until recently, seemed adrift. The G7 Summit: Where the Diplomatic Reset Began The groundwork for this reconciliation was laid last June at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. On the sidelines of the event, Indian Prime Minister Nare…

India-Canada reaffirm objective to conclude CEPA talks in 2026 Evian [France], June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian and took a stock of the progress made in ties since the visit of PM Carney to India in March this year. A statement by the Canadian Prime Minister's Office on the meeting between them noted that the leaders reviewed progress in bilateral economic cooperation, including developments in commercial arrangements relating to LNG, LPG and metallurgical coal. The Prime Ministers welcomed the ongoing momentum in the exchange of high-level visits between the two countries and looked forward to the forthcoming Canadian trade mission to India, to be led by Canada's Minister of International Trade, Maninder Sidhu, later in 2026. Both sides expressed satisfaction with the progress in negotiations towards a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and reaffirmed their shared objective of concluding the negotiations in 2026, the statement highlighted. Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Carney for his invitation to visit Canada in 2026. As per the statement, both si…

Canada and India move to reset ties as trust in U.S. falters - CNBC In this article India and Canada need new friends — and customers. So this week, they put past, painful differences aside to pledge closer ties during Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to New Delhi, as U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran escalated. But the commitment is far from a full reset. It comes after the assassination of a Sikh activist, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Canada in 2023, which causedtensionsbetween India and Canada, with each side expelling diplomats the following year. The Canadian government hadaccusedIndian Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah, a close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, of plotting to target Sikh separatists in Canada. India has emphatically denied any connection to the killing. Reema Bhattacharya, head of Asia risk insight, corporate risk and sustainability at Singapore-based risk advisory firm Verisk Maplecroft, told CNBC that a "true reset" in the relationship would depend on whether the visit leads to "sustained, working-level cooperation." She added that Nijjar's killing "remains the single biggest political constraint on the relationship" and is unlikely to fade because "…