Carney’s India visit: Top Indian diplomat decodes agenda, significance of visit amid Trump tariffs

India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, has outlined a major reset in India-Canada relations ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit. He said the relationship has transformed significantly over the past few months, particularly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the G7 Summit in Canada. Since then, both countries have intensified diplomatic engagement, with multiple high-level visits and the reappointment of High Commissioners to restore momentum. Patnaik highlighted strengthened security cooperation following talks between National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and his Canadian counterpart. The two sides have developed an action plan addressing fentanyl smuggling, transnational crime, violent extremism, illegal immigration fraud, and cybersecurity, emphasizing real-time coordination and liaison mechanisms. Watch the video to find out more.