India has accused Canadian diplomats in India of interfering in its internal affairs and has expressed its desire for a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats in the country. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Arindam Bagchi, stated that India has already informed the Canadian government about its concerns and emphasized the need for parity in strength and rank equivalence in mutual diplomatic presence. Bagchi noted that the number of Canadian diplomats in India is much higher than India’s diplomatic presence and that discussions are ongoing to address this issue.
This development comes as Canada’s high commission in India announced that it would temporarily adjust its staff presence in the country due to threats on social media. The MEA’s assertion regarding Canadian interference in India’s internal affairs further strains the diplomatic ties between the two countries.
To provide context, here is a chronology of recent events:
1. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Nijjar, who was wanted in India for years, was killed in June. Trudeau claimed to have credible allegations of Indian involvement.
2. New Delhi rejected Trudeau’s charge, leading to a diplomatic tit-for-tat between India and Canada. Both countries expelled a diplomat each from their consulates.
3. India issued an advisory to Indians living in Canada, urging them to exercise utmost caution.
4. India suspended its visa processing services in Canada, including for Canadians living in other countries.
5. India demanded that Canada reduce its diplomatic presence in India, citing alleged interference in its internal affairs.
During Trudeau’s visit to India for the G20 summit, the MEA confirmed that he raised the allegations with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who rejected them. Bagchi stated that the Canadian government did not provide any details regarding its allegations to India. The MEA also criticized Canada for being a safe haven for terrorist activities, claiming that it had shared a list of 20-25 names of individuals with Canada over the years, but no action was taken.
In conclusion, India has accused Canadian diplomats of interfering in its internal affairs and has conveyed its desire for a reduction in the number of Canadian diplomats in the country. The strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada have escalated due to the recent allegations made by Trudeau and India’s subsequent response. Discussions are underway to address this issue and restore balance in diplomatic presence.
Summary:
★India alleges interference in its internal affairs by Canadian diplomats and seeks a reduction in their numbers.
★Canada’s high commission in India adjusts staff presence due to threats on social media.
★Chronology of recent events includes Trudeau’s allegations, India’s rejection, diplomatic expulsions, and India’s advisory and visa suspension.
★India claims that Canada did not provide details regarding its allegations and criticizes it for being a safe haven for terrorist activities.
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