"Canada's Trade Mission to India Suspended Amid G20 Summit Tensions"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
Canada has postponed its trade mission to India scheduled for October, amid strained relations between the two countries. The decision comes after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose not to hold a formal bilateral meeting with Canadian leader Justin Trudeau at the G20 summit. Tensions have been escalating due to objections over Canada's handling of recent Sikh protests, including a controversial parade float themed after the assassination of Indira Gandhi. The Indian government has expressed concerns about anti-India activities in Canada, while Canada defends freedom of expression and peaceful protest. Trade negotiations between the two countries have been on and off since 2010.