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Canada's PM Carney to Strengthen Trade Ties with India

1/26/2026

Summary

Story summary

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit India in March to sign deals on uranium, energy, minerals, and artificial intelligence.
The trip aims to diversify Canada's trade beyond the U.S. and to strengthen energy security and technology cooperation, following strained relations after accusations against India regarding a Sikh separatist's death.
High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik confirmed that formal negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) will begin in March.

History

Historical Context

In 2023, Canada began negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with India to strengthen trade ties, which have been historically affected by the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. This initiative reflects Canada's strategy to diversify trade beyond the U.S., focusing on sectors like uranium and technology, potentially boosting bilateral trade, valued at CAD 8 billion in 2021.

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Story summary

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit India in March to sign deals on uranium, energy, minerals, and artificial intelligence.
The trip aims to diversify Canada's trade beyond the U.S. and to strengthen energy security and technology cooperation, following strained relations after accusations against India regarding a Sikh separatist's death.
High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik confirmed that formal negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) will begin in March.

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