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At G7 meet, Mark Carney invites PM Narendra Modi to visit Canada; both vow to strengthen relations | India News

At G7 meet, Mark Carney invites PM Narendra Modi to visit Canada; both vow to strengthen relations | India News

4 min readNew DelhiJun 17, 2026 02:26 AM IST A year after they began the reset of ties at the G7 Summit in Canada, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France, on Tuesday. They agreed to strengthen cooperation in defence, information security and energy. Carney also invited Modi to visit Canada by the end of the year, as the two sides are working on signing the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a joint statement, “The two Prime Ministers welcomed the positive momentum in India-Canada relations and noted with satisfaction the progress achieved since Prime Minister Carney’s successful visit to India in March 2026.” Reaffirming their commitment to building a forward-looking strategic partnership, it said that the leaders underscored the complementarities between the Indian and Canadian economies and highlighted the importance of “resilient and reliable supply chains in strengthening global energy and food security”. On energy supply, the MEA said that the leaders reviewed progress …

India, Canada Seal Key Deals On Uranium, Critical Minerals; Eye  Billion Trade By 2030 | World News

India, Canada Seal Key Deals On Uranium, Critical Minerals; Eye $50 Billion Trade By 2030 | World News

Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 20:15 IST A standout achievement of the talks was the landmark USD 2.6 billion uranium supply deal, which will support India’s growing civil nuclear energy sector. Prime Minister Narendra Modi walks with his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney before their meeting at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on March 2. (AFP photo) India and Canada on Monday took significant step towards strengthening their bilateral ties by sealing crucial agreements on uranium supplies, critical minerals, and a broad economic partnership. In a meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney agreed to finalise a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), with a goal to boost trade to USD 50 billion by 2030. A standout achievement of the talks was the landmark USD 2.6 billion uranium supply deal, which will support India’s growing civil nuclear energy sector. In addition, the two leaders discussed new collaborations in defence, technology, small modular nuclear reactors, renewable energy, and education. Canada’s substantial reserves of critical minerals and rare earth materials will play a vital role …

Modi and Carney pledge trade expansion, put diplomatic crisis in the rearview| India News

Modi and Carney pledge trade expansion, put diplomatic crisis in the rearview| India News

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. Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hands with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on March 2. (HT Photo/Arvind Yadav) 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 …

‘Politically Motivated’: India Rejects ‘Baseless’ Canadian Media Reports On Nijjar Case | India News

‘Politically Motivated’: India Rejects ‘Baseless’ Canadian Media Reports On Nijjar Case | India News

Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 18:38 IST India sharply criticised Canadian media reports on Hardeep Nijjar’s case as “baseless” and “politically motivated and called for credible law enforcement processes. The Canadian reports on Nijjar came during PM Mark Carney’s visit to India. (Reuters) India on Monday categorically rejected “baseless” allegations by the Canadian press on New Delhi’s involvement in the murder of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, calling them “politically motivated” and unsupported by credible evidence. India’s sharp response came after Canadian reports claimed to have evidence linking India’s involvement in the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2023 in British Columbia. These reports surfaced while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was on his first visit to India, which is widely seen as part of an effort to repair bilateral ties. “India categorically rejects allegations of involvement in transnational violence or organised crime. These claims are baseless, politically motivated and unsupported by credible evidence despite repeated requests. India believes that concerns of this nature must be addressed through credible law enforcement and judicial processes, not …

‘Fast Decisions, Match-winning Partnership’: PM Modi’s T20 Cricket Analogy For India-Canada Ties | World News

‘Fast Decisions, Match-winning Partnership’: PM Modi’s T20 Cricket Analogy For India-Canada Ties | World News

Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 15:57 IST PM Modi said the recent progress in ties between the two countries marked the beginning of a new chapter. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, right, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during a joint press meet, at Hyderabad House. (PTI photo) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday invoked the spirit of T20 cricket to underline a new momentum in India-Canada relations, saying both nations would shape the future together with “fast decisions, fearless strokes and match-winning partnerships”. Speaking at the India-Canada CEO Forum in New Delhi, PM Modi said the recent progress in ties between the two countries marked the beginning of a new chapter. “Some of you must be watching cricket. We were all delighted to see Canada play in the ongoing T20 Cricket World Cup in India. Just like in T20 cricket, with fast decisions, fearless talks, and match-winning partnerships, India and Canada will shape the future together. With this resolve, I invite all of you to join India’s development journey,” he said. Delhi: At the India-Canada CEOs …

‘Arise, Awake, And Stop Not…’: What Carney Said About Swami Vivekananda’s Time In Canada | World News

‘Arise, Awake, And Stop Not…’: What Carney Said About Swami Vivekananda’s Time In Canada | World News

Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 14:44 IST Canadian PM Mark Carney used Vivekananda’s oft-quoted words – “arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached” – to describe the partnership between India and his country Canadian PM Mark Carney said his country and India are one family, as two million Canadians trace their roots to India. (Image: AP/File) Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday spoke about Swami Vivekananda’s visit to Canada in 1893, while on his way to the United States for the Parliament of World’s Religions in Chicago. Carney used Vivekananda’s oft-quoted words – “arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached” – to describe the partnership between India and Canada. “He spent time in Canada. Arise, awake and stop not till the goal is reached… in this partnership, we will not stop,” Carney said on the last day of his visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Having been instrumental in the thaw of frosty relations between India and Canada since he took over from predecessor Justin …

PM Modi, Canada’s Carney Chart ‘Next-Level’ Ties; Set  Billion Trade Target By 2030 | India News

PM Modi, Canada’s Carney Chart ‘Next-Level’ Ties; Set $50 Billion Trade Target By 2030 | India News

Last Updated:March 02, 2026, 13:44 IST The Prime Minister said that both sides have decided to expedite negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). PM Modi addressing the joint press meet with Canadian PM Mark Carney. (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the growth of ties with Canada under Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership and said that the two countries have set an ambitious target of taking bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030. While addressing the joint press briefing after bilateral talks with his Canadian counterpart, PM Modi said that Ottawa and New Delhi have decided to finalise a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in the near future to bolster trade ties. “Today, we discussed transforming this vision into a next-level partnership. Our goal is to reach $50 billion in trade by 2030. Unlocking the full potential of economic cooperation is our priority. Therefore, we have decided to finalise a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) soon”, PM Modi said. #WATCH | Delhi: PM Narendra Modi says, “I credit my friend Prime …

From Tensions To Trade: Canada Signals New Chapter With India Ahead Of Mark Carney’s Visit | India News

From Tensions To Trade: Canada Signals New Chapter With India Ahead Of Mark Carney’s Visit | India News

Last Updated:February 26, 2026, 14:01 IST Carney’s visit is expected to prioritise trade and technology partnerships, including cooperation in artificial intelligence, quantum research, clean energy and critical minerals. There has been a thaw in diplomatic relations between Canada and India since Mark Carney took over the reins. (Image: Reuters/File) Canada’s latest public assessment that there is no evidence of ongoing foreign interference in the country comes just ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to India, marking what could be a significant diplomatic recalibration between Ottawa and New Delhi. Senior Canadian officials have reportedly conveyed that they are convinced of India’s stated position that it has not engaged in active interference on Canadian soil. The shift in tone is being read in New Delhi as validation of its consistent denials and as a signal of renewed political pragmatism in Ottawa, despite domestic pressures stemming from sections of the diaspora. For months, tensions between the two countries were amplified by allegations of extortion, threats and violent activities linked to Indian actors. However, recent Canadian statements suggesting …

S Jaishankar Meets Canadian FM Anita Anand, Says Bilateral Ties Continue To Progress | India News

S Jaishankar Meets Canadian FM Anita Anand, Says Bilateral Ties Continue To Progress | India News

Last Updated:February 14, 2026, 22:41 IST S Jaishankar met Anita Anand, highlighting productive talks and steady progress in India-Canada relations. Jaishankar also shared a photograph from the meeting showing him with Anand. (X/@DrSJaishankar) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand, signalling continued improvement in bilateral ties between the two countries. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “Was great to sit down and catch up with FM @AnitaAnandMP of Canada. India-Canada ties continue their steady progress.” Jaishankar also shared a photograph from the meeting showing him with Anand. Jaishankar also met his counterparts from the G7 countries as he reiterated India’s support for reform of the UN Security Council (UNSC) at the Munich Security Conference. The meeting comes after India concluded a free trade agreement (FTA) with the 27-nation European Union in January. In a social media post, Jaishankar said he was pleased to engage with G7 Foreign Ministers and reiterated India’s support of the UN@80 agenda, particularly meaningful reform of the UN Security Council. The external affairs minister …