Archive · 20 Sep 2025
India, Canada Hold Talks to Repair Relations
India and Canada are working to improve their relationship after things got tense in the past.
Top security officials from both countries met in Delhi to talk about it.
They discussed how to protect each other's diplomats and also about pro-Khalistani groups operating from Canada.
This meeting is part of an effort to mend ties, following previous meetings, and the return of ambassadors to their respective capitals.
The goal is to ensure the security of diplomatic missions and create a better partnership based on the shared values.
Ajit Doval met with Canadian NSA Nathalie Drouin in Delhi.
Talks focused on repairing strained relations.
India raised concerns about pro-Khalistani groups.
The meeting followed discussions at the G7 Summit.
Both countries have recently appointed envoys.
- Who
- India and Canada
- What
- Officials met to discuss mending relations.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To improve relations, address security concerns.
India
Canada
Pro-Khalistani Groups
India
Expresses concern about the activities of pro-Khalistani groups operating from Canada.
Canada
Not explicitly stated in the article.
Diplomatic Security
India
Demands security for Indian diplomatic establishments.
Canada
The article states the need for the Canadian government to provide security for the Indian diplomatic establishments.
- Key Participants
- Ajit Doval, Nathalie Drouin
- Meeting Location
- New Delhi
- Main Topic
- Bilateral relations, security
- Key Issues
- Pro-Khalistani groups, security of diplomatic missions
Sources
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