Carney arrives in India to begin Asia trip

Prime Minister Mark Carney landed in Mumbai to begin a two-day visit before travelling to New Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, part of efforts to reset a strained Canada–India relationship and pursue diversified trade ties.

Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Mumbai on Friday to start a short visit to India aimed at rebuilding a strained diplomatic relationship. The trip follows earlier contacts at the G7 and G20 where leaders agreed to reappoint high commissioners and launch formal trade talks. Officials and analysts say both Canada and India are looking to diversify trade and reduce overreliance on the United States. The visit comes after a period of serious bilateral tensions that prompted expulsions of diplomats and ongoing security concerns. Key facts: - Carney landed in Mumbai and will spend two days there before flying to New Delhi on March 1 to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. - Officials say the trip forms part of efforts to reset a fractured Canada–India relationship and to pursue diversification of trade and partnerships. - The relationship was strained after 2023 allegations involving the murder of a Canadian citizen and subsequent diplomatic expulsions and mutual recriminations reported in 2023–2024. - Relations began to thaw after Carney invited Modi to the G7 in Alberta in June 2025 and the two leaders later agreed at the G20 to launch formal trade talks covering areas such as agriculture, digital trade, mobility, and sustainable development. - Some Canadian officials and community members continue to raise security and safety concerns, and public statements indicate those issues remain under discussion. Summary: The visit is intended to consolidate preparatory work already under way and to signal a renewed diplomatic engagement between the two governments. Observers report that any announcements are likely to outline broad areas for cooperation, such as energy and technology, with detailed agreements to be worked out later; Carney’s meeting with Modi in New Delhi on March 1 is the next scheduled step.