Sunak and Trudeau Call for De-escalation Amid India-Canada Diplomatic Tensions

Sunak and Trudeau discussed India-Canada diplomatic row and agreed on need to de-escalate tensions.

Call focused on situation regarding Canadian diplomats in India after allegations of Indian involvement in killing of pro-Khalistan terrorist.

Sunak reaffirmed UK's position of respect for rule of law and Vienna Convention.

Leaders agreed to stay in contact and work together on global issues.

Context is Canada's allegations about Indian agents in killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2022.