Canada-India Diplomatic Dispute on Interference

Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada is refusing to confirm whether he believes India is still behind acts of foreign interference and transnational repression in Canada. This comes after a senior official stated that India had ceased such behavior, a claim Carney would not endorse. The diplomatic tension stems from the 2023 assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, which the Canada===Royal Canadian Mounted Police has linked to the Indian government. While Carney acknowledges productive discussions on security, he avoids directly accusing India. Other Canadian officials, including Ruby Sahota and Canada===Liberal Party of Canada MPs, have publicly stated their belief in India's continued interference, contradicting the senior official's remarks. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand emphasized the need to address these issues while also pursuing economic diversification. The Canada===Canadian Security Intelligence Service maintains its vigilance against foreign interference from all countries, indicating ongoing concerns.