Canada-India Tensions Slow Canadian Lentil Exports to India

Canada is India's main source of lentil imports, but sales have slowed amid diplomatic tensions after Trudeau accused India of involvement in a Sikh separatist killing.
India has not officially restricted trade, but Indian buyers are hesitant to purchase Canadian lentils currently. Prices offered have dropped 6%.
Canada-India tensions include visa suspensions and expelled diplomats, but Canada says it is not directly affecting trade.
India relies on lentil imports to meet domestic demand, so limiting Canadian imports could raise India's food prices ahead of elections.
India is seeking alternative lentil suppliers like Australia as Indian buyers slow purchases from Canada.

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