Visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to India
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney began a significant four-day visit to India, landing in Mumbai. This visit is intended to strengthen the bilateral relationship between India and Canada, particularly after the diplomatic strain caused by previous allegations from former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau.
Key Activities and Agreements
- Carney's visit is expected to result in a 10-year US$ 2 billion uranium supply deal with India.
- Additional agreements could be signed in sectors such as oil and gas, environment, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, education, and culture.
- The visit aims to foster opportunities for Canadian businesses and workers by establishing new partnerships.
Key Meetings and Events
Carney was welcomed by Maharashtra’s Minister of Protocol and Marketing Jay Kumar Rawal. During his visit:
- He will meet business leaders in Mumbai and pay homage to the victims of the 26/11 attacks at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel.
- He is scheduled to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi for bilateral talks at Hyderabad House.
- The visit includes participation in business engagements, interactions with CEOs, and attending the India-Canada CEOs Forum.
Strategic Partnership and Cooperation
The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted that the visit comes at a significant time for normalizing India-Canada relations:
- Both countries share democratic values, strong people-to-people ties, and cooperation across diverse sectors.
- The two leaders will review progress in key areas like trade and investment, energy, critical minerals, agriculture, education, research, and innovation.
- They will also discuss regional and global developments, reaffirming a commitment to a balanced partnership.
Outcomes and Expectations
The visit is expected to reaffirm the positive momentum in India-Canada relations and build a forward-looking partnership based on mutual respect and economic complementarities.
