External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in New Delhi before Carney’s scheduled meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Jaishankar expressed appreciation for Carney’s dedication to fostering a progressive partnership between the two nations.
Carney, accompanied by his wife Diana Fox Carney, began his official visit to India on February 27, arriving in Mumbai before heading to New Delhi. He highlighted the shared ambitions of Canada and India in areas like energy, innovation, and AI, aiming to enhance security and prosperity for both countries.
Later in the day, Carney is set to engage in discussions with Prime Minister Modi at the Hyderabad House, focusing on various aspects of the India–Canada Strategic Partnership. The leaders will assess progress made in trade, energy, agriculture, education, and people-to-people connections, among other key areas.
Carney’s visit signifies a pivotal moment in the normalization of India-Canada relations, emphasizing mutual respect, economic synergies, and strong people-to-people bonds. The upcoming meeting between the leaders aims to reinforce the positive trajectory and shared vision for a progressive partnership between the two countries.
