Will Mark Carney’s visit to India melt the ice of relations? Cross talk on trade, AI and Khalistan:

News India Live, Digital Desk: A major and positive movement is being seen amidst the long standing diplomatic bitterness between India and Canada. Newly appointed Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney Coming to India tour soon. This visit is being seen as a last and decisive opportunity to ‘reset’ the strained relations between the two countries.

Trying to ‘reset’ relationships: Why is this visit important?

In the past few years, the Nijjar dispute and Khalistani extremism issues had taken India-Canada relations to their lowest ebb. There are three key pillars at the heart of Mark Carney’s first visit to India:

1. Trade and Economic Relations: There is immense potential for bilateral trade between Canada and India. The main focus of Carney, himself an experienced economist and banker, Early Progress Trade Agreement (EPTA) Have to be brought back on track. Canadian pension funds have huge investments in India, which they want to protect and expand.

2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Technology: Canada is one of the world’s leading countries in AI research. Carney wants to build on India’s vast talent pool and digital infrastructure and lay the foundation for a strategic partnership in the AI ​​sector.

3. Khalistan and the complex issue of security: This visit will not be considered successful unless India’s security concerns are addressed. The Indian government has made it clear that anti-India activities and Khalistani extremism operating from Canadian soil are the biggest obstacles in relations. It is hoped that Carney can give some concrete assurance to India this time.

A sign of Canada’s changed politics?

Mark Carney becoming Prime Minister is in itself a signal that Canada now wants to prioritize “diplomacy and the economy.” Carney seems to be in favor of resolving the impasse that had arisen during Justin Trudeau’s tenure through dialogue.

Experts’ Opinion: Diplomatic experts believe that India is now a global power and Canada cannot ignore a big market like India for long to strengthen its economy.

Challenges still remain

Even if Carney is ready to join hands, sovereignty is paramount for India.

Will Canada take strict action against Khalistani elements?

Will India fully normalize visa services and diplomatic presence for Canadian citizens? The answers to these questions will be known only after this much-awaited tour.