Mark Carney, a former central banker, led the liberal party to victory in the Canadian federal elections. This victory could signal a reset in a tense India-Canada relationship.
The Canadian Liberal Party won the fourth consecutive elections and, after a campaign with the promise, strengthened economic growth and built US President Donald Trump in the global trade war.
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In his winning speech in front of supporters in Ottawa Carney, he emphasized the importance of Canadian unity in the face of threats from Washington under President Trump, who even showed an interest in Canada 51.
“We are shocking in American betrayal, but we should never forget the lessons,” Carnay said, repeating his remarks about the campaign on the mutually beneficial system of Canada and the USA, which have been shared since the end of World War II.
Impact on links with India
India-Kanada’s relations have been tense in recent years, especially under the leadership of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who resigned in January and prepared the way for Mark Carney. Prior to the last victory, Carney was sworn as 24.
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first global leaders to congratulate Carney for his victory. “India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a persistent commitment to the rule of law and the radiant ties of people-people.
Carney, a political rookie, recently described himself as “most useful in crisis”. In his campaign he identified the conversion of links with India as a priority and signaled resetting in relationships between the two nations.
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“What Canada is looking for is to diversify our business relations with similarly -minded countries and there are opportunities to restore the relationship with India. There must be a shared sense of values around this business relationship, and if I am Prime Minister, I look forward to the opportunity to build it.”
If things are, India remains a key strategic partner in Carney’s plans for global economic and political engagement in Canada, especially due to its emphasis on trade diversification and involvement in similarly -minded nations.
Tense relationships with India
India-Canada’s relations since 2023 have been tense over the accusations of the then Trudeau government, which implies “Indian agents” in killing Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Canadian citizen and Khalistanic terrorist, outside Gurdware in Surrey, British Columbia, June 2023.
In October 2024, the links were further excreted when Canada excluded six Indian diplomats. India denied any involvement in Nijjar’s killing and condemned the accusations as unfounded. Subsequently, both countries excluded the best ambassadors, stiffened business negotiations and suspended official visits.
India accused Canada of having Canadian extremism in the Canadian diaspora. In these circumstances, Carney’s victory is closely monitored. The win, says experts, opened a diplomatic reset door, because Carney is considered the upcoming than his predecessor Trudeau.
The new Delhi considers any support for Khalistan elements abroad to be a threat to national security. Trudeau was considered a leader who was not willing to discuss Indian fears.
End Trudeau, enter Carney
With Trudeau’s departure in January, there was a chance that the influence of Sikh extremist elements would drop in India-Canada relationships. The Ministry of Trade Unions for External Affairs is already considering the restoration of the Indian High Commissioner to Canada, which would be a significant step in normalizing diplomatic involvement, some reports proposed.
When the election campaign ended last week, Carney described this relationship with India as “incredibly important”.
“There are trunks that we did not cause to be clear, but there is a way forward that deals with those who have mutual respect and build,” said Hindustan Times. Carney, however, did not address the festival affairs of Nijjarski killing, but suggested the differences that led to the crater of links can be solved.
Immigration and workforce
India is one of the largest sources of immigrants to Canada. The Indocanadian community has about 2.8 million temporary workers, students or permanent residents.
The number of Indian students heading to Canada has fallen sharply, many affected by real estate crisis, stricter immigration rules and tension between the new Delhi and Ottawa.
Data from the Office for Immigration shows that Canada has seen the largest decline, with 41 percent, from 233 532 in 2023 to 137 608 in 2024.
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Carney is expected to maintain this political footprint, especially for qualified professionals, technical staff and students. India was also the main contributor to the Canadian qualified workforce. Carney is expected to remain favorable, especially for qualified professionals and students.
Carney is expected to support politicians that attract the highest talent to strengthen the workforce.
A more stable diplomatic relationship between Canada and India could increase the number of student and work visas and smoother processing of permanent residential applications. It is also expected that the expected reset in relations will be the return of cooperation in recognizing Indian credentials.
Trade factor
Torn ties between India and Canada stopped a comprehensive agreement on economic partnership (CEPA). This commercial agreement, which has been negotiated for years, was postponed after the accusation of Nijjar and the political fall. Carney’s notes indicate that Cepa will be revived.
We are over the shock of American betrayal, but we should never forget the lessons.
In 2023, bilateral trade between two nations was $ 13.49 billion. Both nations have previously demonstrated intentions to expand cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), Fintech, Green Energy and Higher Education.
Partnership in these areas could get attention in Carney’s regime. Indian and Chinese economies are trying to reduce addiction to China and the US.
Previously, Carney explained that he intended to expand the business partnership, especially with countries that are in line with Canadian economic goals.
“Canada will try to diversify our business relations with similarly -minded countries and there are opportunities to restore the relationship with India,” he said in one of the media interactions.
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