New Delhi: After two years of strained relations, India and Canada have agreed on a comprehensive roadmap to revive bilateral ties, focusing on trade, clean energy, artificial intelligence, agriculture, and climate cooperation. The renewed engagement follows Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi.
The two nations have decided to begin ministerial-level talks on trade and investment soon, taking into account shifting global economic priorities. Both sides committed to strengthening their partnership based on shared democratic values, mutual respect, and sensitivity to each other’s concerns. The joint statement outlined plans to pursue a “constructive and balanced” relationship. India reiterated its concerns over the activities of pro-Khalistan elements in Canada, while both countries reaffirmed respect for each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
As part of the roadmap, the two sides will resume high-level discussions on trade and investment and reactivate the Canada-India CEO Forum to enhance collaboration in clean technology, infrastructure, digital innovation, and agri-food sectors. A ministerial energy dialogue will be re-established to promote trade in LNG and LPG, develop clean fuels, and advance emission reduction technologies. The partnership will also focus on renewable energy, decarbonisation, and environmental management.
The Joint Science and Technology Cooperation Committee will be relaunched to expand AI partnerships, with Canada’s AI researchers expected to participate in India’s AI Impact Summit in February 2026. In addition, efforts will be made to strengthen food supply chains, promote sustainable farming practices, and expand collaboration in higher education and research.
Jaishankar said both nations are working to “restore and reinvigorate” ties, noting that India views Canada as a complementary and diverse partner. Anand echoed the sentiment, calling the renewed cooperation “constructive and forward-looking.” The roadmap marks a major step toward normalising relations that had deteriorated after diplomatic tensions in 2023. With both countries reinstating their high commissioners and resuming dialogue, the new framework aims to build a resilient, future-ready partnership.
