On Saturday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that India and Canada have agreed to adopt a collaborative approach in a new phase of their mutual relationship. The focus will be on strengthening cooperation against terrorism and tackling transnational crimes.
The move came after discussions between National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and his Canadian counterpart Nathalie Drouin in New Delhi on Thursday. The discussions were aimed at repairing ties that had soured after the 2023 diplomatic row over the killing of a Sikh separatist.
According to the MEA, both sides agreed to work closely, expand intelligence-sharing, and reinforce existing security mechanisms. They also discussed priority areas for future cooperation while exchanging views on regional and global developments.
The talk indicates a step towards mending strained ties. Earlier in June, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Kananaskis. The two leaders had committed to taking constructive steps to strengthen and stabilize ties.
This renewed engagement reflects efforts by both countries to move beyond past tensions and chart a more cooperative future.
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