Modi commits to renewed India-Canada ties ahead of tense 2025 G7 summit in Alberta

Despite lingering tensions over the Nijjar murder investigation and Sikh separatist concerns, Narendra Modi’s acceptance of the G7 invite signals a strategic reset in India-Canada relations. This visit, Modi’s first to Canada since the diplomatic rift, aims to strengthen cooperation on trade, security, and global supply chains at a critical juncture.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accepted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation to the 2025 G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, signaling a commitment to renew India-Canada relations amid recent tensions.

The summit, scheduled from June 15 to 17, comes after allegations linking India to the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia, a charge that has strained bilateral ties. Four Indian nationals in Canada have been charged with the murder, but Carney defended inviting Modi, citing India as the "fifth largest economy in the world, the most populous country, and central to supply chains."

This will be Modi's first meeting with Carney since the latter took office and his first visit to Canada since relations soured under former PM Justin Trudeau, who publicly accused India of involvement in Nijjar's killing.

Despite the controversy, Modi emphasized cooperation, stating on social media, "As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests."

The summit will focus on key global issues including energy, artificial intelligence, and critical minerals. India, though not a G7 member, has been invited to all summits since 2019, reflecting its growing global influence.

The World Sikh Organization criticized Carney's decision, calling it a betrayal of Canadian values, highlighting the delicate balance Canada faces between diplomatic engagement and domestic community concerns.

Bilateral law enforcement dialogue has resumed, and India remains Canada’s 10th-largest trading partner, underscoring the economic importance of the relationship despite political tensions.

Key quotes:
Carney: "There are certain countries that should be at the table. India is the fifth largest economy in the world, the most populous country, and central to several global supply chains."

Modi: "As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests."

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- G7 summit dates: June 15-17, 2025
- India: 5th largest economy, most populous country
- India: Canada’s 10th-largest trading partner
- Four Indian nationals charged with Nijjar’s murder

This summit marks a critical moment for India-Canada relations, balancing geopolitical realities with domestic pressures ahead of a high-profile global event.
Sources: The GuardianTimesofindia
Ahead of the tense 2025 G7 summit in Alberta, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has committed to renewing India-Canada ties. Despite allegations linking India to a Sikh activist's murder in Canada, Modi accepted Canadian PM Mark Carney's invitation, emphasizing cooperation on energy, AI, and critical minerals.
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The Headline

Modi accepts G7 invite; Carney stresses Indias key role

There are certain countries that should be at the table. India is the fifth largest economy in the world, the most populous country, and central to several global supply chains.
Mark Carney
Canadian Prime Minister
The Guardian
As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests.
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister of India
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Key Facts
  • Mark Carney, Canadas Prime Minister, has emphasized India as an incredibly important partner and justified inviting PM Narendra Modi to the 2025 G7 summit in Alberta despite ongoing tensions.News18
  • India will be a key guest nation at the 2025 G7 Leaders Summit from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, with Modi accepting the invitation marking his first visit to Canada since relations soured.3TimesofindiaNews18
  • Modis visit will be his first meeting with Canadian PM Mark Carney and comes amid efforts to mend strained relations following allegations regarding the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.News18Timesofindia
  • Carney highlighted Indias economic and strategic importance as the fifth largest economy and the most populous country, central to global supply chains, energy, AI, and critical minerals discussions at the summit.The Guardian2
  • Modi publicly committed to renewed India-Canada cooperation based on mutual respect and shared interests ahead of the summit.1
Key Stats at a Glance
Dates of the 2025 G7 summit
15 to 17 June
The Guardian
India's global economic ranking
5th largest economy
The Guardian

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Background Context

Tensions from Nijjar case and Sikh community backlash

For Sikhs in Canada, this is a betrayal, not just of our community, but of core Canadian values.
World Sikh Organization
Key Facts
  • Canadas federal police concluded their investigation into the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia, charging four Indian nationals.The Guardian
  • Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau publicly accused India of involvement in Nijjars killing, which significantly soured Canada-India relations.News18
  • The World Sikh Organization condemned the invitation of Modi to the G7 summit as a betrayal of Canadian Sikh community values.
  • Modis visit coincides with Indias recent military operation, Operation Sindoor, launched last month in response to a terrorist attack in Pahalgam.News18
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of Indian nationals charged with Nijjar's murder
4 nationals
The Guardian
Timing of Operation Sindoor
1 month
News18
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