PM Modi speaks to Canada's Carney on building positive momentum in trade ties

Economic Times - Oct 13, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about strengthening India-Canada ties. They agreed to focus on trade, energy, and technology while advancing negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Additionally, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is scheduled to visit India to further discuss these topics. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal also met with Canada’s Minister of International Trade.

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