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Canada and India advance strategic ties through high-level diplomatic visits
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is conducting a high-level visit to India to strengthen the strategic partnership between Canada and India. During her trip, Anand held meetings with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to discuss cooperation in trade, technology, security, energy, and defense.
The discussions focused on advancing bilateral ties and building on recent diplomatic momentum. A key priority identified is the conclusion of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Bilateral trade between the two nations reached $30.4 billion in 2025.
In addition to economic discussions, officials addressed security concerns. Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu confirmed that law enforcement and security dialogues are ongoing between the two countries to address issues including extremism and community safety. The diplomatic engagement also serves to prepare for Prime Minister Modi’s scheduled visit to Canada in December 2026.
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Anita Anand · Canada · Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement · Government of Canada · Government of India · India · India-Canada Strategic Partnership · Mark Carney · Narendra Modi · S. Jaishankar
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Both nations are working toward completing negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.newindianexpress.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Canadian Minister Maninder Sidhu confirmed that security and law enforcement dialogues are ongoing between Canada and India. newsable.asianetnews.com · www.news18.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Anita Anand’s visit to India is her third since June 2025. madhyamamonline.com · www.newsmobile.in · www.latestly.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is visiting India to advance trade, investment, and security cooperation. bhaskarlive.in · www.bhaskarhindi.com · www.latestly.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation to discuss bilateral ties. madhyamamonline.com · www.newsmobile.in · www.newindianexpress.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Canada in December 2026. bhaskarlive.in · www.bhaskarhindi.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Bilateral trade between Canada and India reached $30.4 billion in 2025. asianlite.com · www.bhaskarhindi.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Anita Anand to discuss strengthening ties in technology, energy, and education. bhaskarlive.in · www.newsmobile.in · www.newindianexpress.com