Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting India to repair bilateral ties and reduce Canada’s trade dependence on the US.

• Carney began the trip in Mumbai to meet business leaders and will then hold talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

• Relations had deteriorated after Canada accused India of involvement in the 2023 killing of Canadian Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar—an allegation India denies.

• Both Canada and India now appear willing to move forward despite lingering concerns within Canada’s Sikh community.

• Canadian officials say the two countries are having “robust” discussions on national security and foreign interference.

• Canada states it does not currently believe India is linked to violent crimes or threats on Canadian soil.

• Some Canadian politicians, including Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal, dispute the claim that India no longer poses a threat.

• Canada has made diplomatic overtures since Carney took office, including inviting Modi to the G7 summit and minister‑level meetings.

• Carney’s itinerary focuses strictly on trade and does not include symbolic visits such as Punjab or the Taj Mahal.

• Key agenda items include energy, technology, AI, defence cooperation, and attracting talent.

• Canada is the only G7 country without a preferential trade agreement with India.

• Modi is seeking more Canadian energy, including uranium, oil, gas, and coal.

• Both countries are affected by US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

• India recently signed several free trade deals and is working to diversify energy sources, partly because of US pressure over Russian oil imports.

• India and Canada are expected to announce energy‑related agreements, including a possible 10‑year uranium supply deal.

• The Modi government aims to expand civilian nuclear power and requires long‑term uranium supplies.

• Canada’s energy resources align with India’s strategic needs, making a Canada–India partnership valuable for Delhi.

• Both countries see benefits from resetting relations amid shifting global trade dynamics and uncertainty in the rules‑based international order.