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- MediaFx
- Jun 7
- 2 min read
TL;DR:Ā Canadian PM Mark Carney has invited Indian PM Narendra Modi to the upcoming G7 summit in Alberta, Canada, scheduled for June 15ā17, 2025. This decision has ignited controversy due to ongoing tensions between Canada and India over the 2023 assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, allegedly linked to Indian government agents. Despite the diplomatic strain, Carney emphasized India's significant global economic role as justification for the invitation.
šØš¦š¤š®š³ Carney's Bold Move Amidst Tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney extended an invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the G7 summit, emphasizing India's status as the fifth-largest economy and its central role in global supply chains.Ā Carney stated, "There are certain countries that should be at the table for those discussions... India is the fifth largest economy in the world, effectively the most populous in the world central to a number of supply chains, so it makes sense."Ā
This invitation comes despite strained relations between Canada and India following the 2023 assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia.Ā Canadian authorities have charged four Indian nationals in connection with the killing and allege involvement by high-level Indian government elements.
š£ļø Backlash from Sikh Community
The World Sikh Organization of Canada condemned the invitation, calling it a betrayal of Canadian values.Ā In a statement, the organization's president, Danish Singh, expressed outrage over the decision to invite Modi while India continues to deny involvement in Nijjar's assassination and refuses to cooperate with Canadian authorities.Ā
š Modi Accepts, Emphasizes Cooperation
Prime Minister Modi accepted the invitation, expressing optimism about renewed cooperation between India and Canada.Ā In a social media statement, Modi said, "As vibrant democracies bound by deep people-to-people ties, India and Canada will work together with renewed vigour, guided by mutual respect and shared interests. Look forward to our meeting at the summit."2
š§ MediaFx Opinion: Navigating Diplomacy with Caution
While economic collaboration is essential, it's crucial to address human rights concerns and uphold justice.Ā Inviting leaders amid unresolved allegations can undermine the values of democracy and accountability.Ā Diplomatic engagements should not come at the cost of sidelining serious issues that affect communities and international relations.
