India Pauses Trade Talks with Canada Amid Political Tensions over Khalistan Supporters

India and Canada have paused trade talks due to political tensions, including Canada's inaction against Khalistan supporters.
India has shown strong resentment against political developments in Canada.
Tensions arose after Canadian PM Trudeau's recent India visit, where he received a cold shoulder from Modi.
India was interested in securing an easier visa regime for students and professionals through an early harvest trade scheme.
India has conveyed concerns to Canada about anti-India activities of extremists promoting violence against diplomats and the Indian community.

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Posted 9/15/2023, 8:50:00 PM

India Pauses Trade Talks with Canada Amid Political Tensions over Khalistan Supporters

India and Canada have paused trade talks due to political tensions, including Canada's inaction against Khalistan supporters.
India has shown strong resentment against political developments in Canada.
Tensions arose after Canadian PM Trudeau's recent India visit, where he received a cold shoulder from Modi.
India was interested in securing an easier visa regime for students and professionals through an early harvest trade scheme.
India has conveyed concerns to Canada about anti-India activities of extremists promoting violence against diplomats and the Indian community.

timesofindia.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/2/2023

Canada pauses trade treaty talks with India after setting year-end deadline

Canada unexpectedly halted talks on a proposed trade treaty with India, just three months after expressing the goal of reaching an initial agreement this year.

9/15/2023

Canada-India Trade Tensions Rise After Meeting Dispute Postpones Planned Trade Mission

9/16/2023

Canada Postpones Trade Mission to India Amid Strained Relations

9/19/2023

India-Canada Trade Talks Stall Amid Tensions Over Trudeau's Comments on Sikh Separatist Murder

9/19/2023

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