The development follows a meeting between Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on 6 May, where the US President praised Carney's political success.
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.
This comes after Trump's repeated statements saying he wants Canada to become the 51st state of the United States, a move the Canadian public saw as threatening their sovereignty.
The Liberal Party's victory is a remarkable turnaround from a few short months ago when opinion polls guaranteed a total wipeout in favour of the Conservatives led by Pierre Poilievre.
India has not had a high commissioner in Ottawa since October 2024, when it withdrew Sanjay Kumar Verma, following Canada's request for a diplomatic immunity waiver for him.
According to CTV News, the Liberal Party will have a majority to retain power in 45th federal elections, making it the first time a party has retained power for a fourth term in Canada.
Trump’s threats ignited a wave of patriotism that swelled support for Liberal Prime Minister Mark Carney, a political newcomer who previously led two G7 central banks.
Fauja Singh, 114, died after being hit by a speeding car. His death renews questions about India’s deadly roads, rising accidents, and poor traffic discipline.
Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.
India-Russia JV is also racing to deliver 7,000 more AK-203 assault rifles by 15 Aug. These are currently being made with 50% indigenisation and this will surge to 100% by 31 December.
Public, loud, upfront, filled with impropriety and high praise sometimes laced with insults. This is what we call Trumplomacy. But the larger objective is the same: American supremacy.
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