Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that reinstating key diplomats is 'foundational' to restoring Canada's relationship with India. This follows a diplomatic dispute where both countries expelled diplomats over allegations of Indian agents' involvement in violent crimes against Canadians, including the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to appoint new high commissioners, but Carney did not confirm if Nijjar's murder was discussed or what actions India has taken regarding the allegations.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that reinstating key diplomats is 'foundational' to restoring Canada's relationship with India. This follows a diplomatic dispute where both countries expelled diplomats over allegations of Indian agents' involvement in violent crimes against Canadians, including the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to appoint new high commissioners, but Carney did not confirm if Nijjar's murder was discussed or what actions India has taken regarding the allegations.
Trending- 1 October 2024: Canada expelled six top Indian diplomats over allegations of Indian agents' involvement in violent crimes against Canadians, including the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
- 2 October 2024: India reciprocated by expelling six Canadian diplomats.
- 3 Earlier this week (before June 19, 2025): Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- 4 Earlier this week (before June 19, 2025): Carney and Modi agreed to both appoint new high commissioners.
- 5 Wednesday, June 18, 2025: The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) publicly released its annual report, identifying India as one of the main drivers of foreign interference.
- 6 June 19, 2025: Prime Minister Mark Carney made statements regarding the importance of diplomatic ties with India.
- Diplomatic relations between Canada and India remain strained but are taking steps towards restoration.
- Both countries will appoint new high commissioners.
- Continued focus on foreign interference and transnational repression by Canadian authorities.
What: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that reinstating key diplomats is a 'foundational' step in restoring diplomatic ties with India.
When: Earlier this week (before June 19, 2025); October (2024); Wednesday (June 18, 2025); June 19, 2025.
Where: Ottawa, Canada; India.
Why: To restore the strained diplomatic relationship between Canada and India, which deteriorated after Canada accused Indian agents of involvement in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar and both countries expelled diplomats.
How: Prime Minister Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and agreed to appoint new high commissioners. Canada has made its position clear against transnational repression.