Title: Canadian Prime Minister signals willingness to improve relations with India
In an end-of-year interview with CBC News, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed a shift in attitude towards collaborating with India. Trudeau acknowledged a previous lack of openness and a tendency to resort to attacks, but emphasized a desire to work towards a trade deal and advance the Indo-Pacific strategy.
The statement comes after strained relations between India and Canada following Trudeau’s allegations of a potential link between the Indian government and the killing of pro-Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. India vehemently rejected these allegations, resulting in a temporary suspension of visa services to Canada.
Additionally, the United States Department of Justice unveiled an indictment charging an Indian national for involvement in a plot to murder a US-based Khalistani leader, further complicating international relations.
Trudeau’s remarks signal a potential thaw in relations between Canada and India, with the Canadian Prime Minister expressing a commitment to standing up for people’s rights, safety, and the rule of law while also aiming to improve bilateral ties.