According to the report, the statement marks a stark change from the heightened tensions that followed allegations in 2023 that agents linked to the Indian government were involved in violent acts on Canadian soil.
Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad highlighted India's 5,000-year ties with the Arab world during the India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting. He stressed growing trust since 2014 and said the renewed dialogue aims to deepen cooperation across key sectors after a 10-year gap.
He reflected on the strengthening of bilateral cooperation, noting a stance of friction in the relationship between the two nations, particularly when Muizzu requested the withdrawal of Indian naval personnel stationed in the Maldives for training and support missions.
Former Canadian minister Ujjal Dosanjh urged Canada to reset ties with India, stressing the importance of cooperation despite tensions over Khalistani extremism. He welcomed PM Modi's G7 invite and warned against political leniency toward separatists, calling for stronger action to protec