In 1st ministerial-level talks since Carney became PM, the two leaders discussed ‘prospects of India-Canada ties’. India is likely to appoint a new high commissioner to Ottawa soon.
Kamal Khera becomes Canada’s health minister, while Anita Anand takes charge of innovation, science, and industry in Mark Carney’s smaller, more focused cabinet.
Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.
The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
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