In a significant turn of events, both India and Canada have expelled each other’s diplomats, marking a clear sign of deteriorating relations between the two nations. This development comes as a surprise given the long history of cooperation that has characterized their diplomatic ties. Canada PM Trudeau says his country is investigating ‘credible allegations’ that India is responsible for killing an exiled Sikh leader.
The tensions between India and Canada have been steadily escalating in recent years, with key issues at the center of this discord being the Sikh separatist movement and India’s human rights record. This friction has now culminated in the expulsion of diplomats from both sides, a move that underscores the depth of the strain in their bilateral relations.
During the G20 summit, Trudeau’s presence didn’t garner a warm reception, and there were limited bilateral interactions involving Canada and other participating states. Additionally, it’s been said that the Canadian Prime Minister didn’t feel particularly welcomed, especially after the mechanical issues with his state plane, which could have resulted in a two-day delay. Consequently, Modi arranged for Trudeau’s return using his own aircraft and did not offer further stay because this state-backed murder was in the offing.
