Posted 1/1/2024, 6:12:18 AM
Alleged Plot to Kill Sikh Separatist Causes Turbulence in India-US Ties
- An alleged Indian plot to kill a Sikh separatist in the US has caused turbulence in India-US ties
- There have been high-level visits and meetings, but also some cancellations and delays, pointing to strains
- India responded aggressively when Canada accused it of killing a Sikh separatist there, but more cautiously to similar US allegations
- Some in India defend targeting separatists abroad, citing the US killing Bin Laden, but the govt promises an investigation
- Despite shared concerns on China, there are signs of slowed defense deals and suspicion of US surveillance of Indian officials