Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership, noting India’s remarkable economic growth over the past decade. Carney highlighted the significant increase in per capita incomes in India, emphasizing the country’s rapid progress under PM Modi’s guidance.
During their meeting in New Delhi, both leaders discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation, including trade, defense, education, clean energy, and technology. They also addressed global challenges such as terrorism and extremism, underscoring the need for collective action to tackle these issues effectively.
Carney announced the renewal of defense and security cooperation between India and Canada, along with the exchange of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in key areas like civil nuclear cooperation, energy, education, and culture. The leaders expressed their commitment to strengthening the partnership between the two nations for mutual benefit and progress.
India and Canada are working towards finalizing a comprehensive economic partnership agreement by the end of the year to enhance trade and investment opportunities. Carney emphasized the importance of fostering strong ties between the two countries, citing the significant number of Indian-origin individuals in Canada and the growing collaboration in various fields, including education and innovation.
The Canadian PM also highlighted plans to deepen cooperation in education and space research, with a focus on areas such as artificial intelligence, health sciences, and climate monitoring. By strengthening partnerships in these domains, India and Canada aim to leverage their shared expertise for sustainable development and mutual growth.
