At the G20 Summit, Prime Minister Modi and Canadian PM Carney are set to discuss strengthening bilateral ties through a new trilateral technology partnership and expanded cooperation in trade, clean energy, and AI. This meeting aims to reset and deepen India-Canada relations amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges.
On Sunday afternoon at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a pivotal bilateral meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. This marks their first one-on-one dialogue since the June G7 Leaders’ Summit and is aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two nations after a period of diplomatic strain.
Key highlights of this meeting include:
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Strengthening ties: This meeting follows a series of engagements that have begun resetting India-Canada relations—moving past earlier controversies to build a foundation of mutual respect and shared democratic values.
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Trilateral Technology Partnership: Both leaders recently announced the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership, a trilateral effort focusing on emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, clean energy, and supply chain diversification, signaling a new era in tech collaboration.
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Strategic and Economic Cooperation: Discussions will likely extend to trade, investment, and critical minerals, essential for energy security and economic growth, reflecting the broader agenda of bolstering bilateral and multilateral partnerships in a geopolitically complex world.
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Context amid controversy: The meeting occurs simultaneously with a controversial Khalistan referendum by Sikh separatists in Canada. However, officials stress this bilateral was planned well in advance and remains focused on partnership and progress.
This engagement signals a deliberate effort to stabilize and deepen ties, leveraging India and Canada’s shared interests on the global stage, especially in innovation and security domains. The Modi-Carney meeting underlines the renewed momentum in diplomatic ties, setting the stage for deeper collaboration ahead.
Source: Hindustan Times, Indian Express, New Indian Express, CBC, and official statements from the G20 Summit.