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Death and diplomacy: A look at India-Canada tensions with Samir Saran

Oct 28, 2023
Samir Saran, an expert in international relations and diplomacy, discusses the tensions between India and Canada following the alleged assassination of a Sikh separatist leader. They explore the history of the Khalistan separatist movement in Canada and the strained diplomatic fallout. Saran also touches on India's relationship with China, tensions on the Himalayan border, India's role in the BRICS partnership, and its ambitious renewable energy goals.
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  • The diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, sparked by the murder of a Sikh separatist leader, have led to a sharp deterioration in relations and potential consequences including cutting of diplomatic ties and economic relationships.
  • India's evolving role in global geopolitics is characterized by closer partnerships with Western powers, driven by deep-rooted ties and economic collaboration, while also facing challenges in the India-China relationship.

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India-Canada Relations: From Assassination Accusations to Deteriorating Ties

The podcast explores the recent diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, sparked by the murder of a secret leader in Vancouver. Prime Minister Trudeau openly accused the Indian government of orchestrating the assassination, which has led to a sharp deterioration in relations between the two nations. The United States finds itself in a difficult position, caught between its ally to the north and the strategic partnership it is fostering with India to counter China. The Indian government accuses Canada of supporting a movement that poses a threat to India's territorial integrity, while Canada denies any involvement. The podcast highlights the potential consequences of this diplomatic dust-up, including the cutting of diplomatic ties and economic relationships, although it is hoped that an off-ramp can be found to de-escalate the situation.

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