New Delhi, India – Officials from India’s Ministry of External Affairs and Global Affairs Canada met in New Delhi on Friday for pre-Foreign Office Consultations (FOC), in a significant step toward rebuilding confidence and deepening cooperation after a period of strained relations. The Indian delegation was led by Secretary (East) Shri P. Kumaran, while Canada’s Deputy Foreign Minister Mr. David Morrison headed the Canadian side.
The meeting came in the backdrop of the bilateral discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, on June 17, 2025, where both leaders agreed to restore stability in the relationship and pursue a constructive and balanced partnership.
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In New Delhi, both sides reviewed the state of India–Canada relations, which have been tested in recent years, and exchanged perspectives on wider global and regional developments. The delegations reaffirmed that bilateral ties are grounded in shared democratic values, respect for the rule of law, and commitment to sovereignty and territorial integrity. They also welcomed the positive steps taken since June, including the return of High Commissioners to each other’s capitals, a move seen as an important confidence-building measure.
As part of efforts to broaden cooperation, the two delegations agreed to reactivate dialogue mechanisms across a wide range of areas including trade, defence, energy, civil nuclear collaboration, security and law enforcement, critical minerals, space, science and technology, and agriculture.
Reflecting the leaders’ commitment to reset ties, India and Canada also decided to address capacity-related issues at their Missions and Consulates to better serve growing community and commercial needs. This step is aimed at supporting the strong people-to-people linkages between the two countries—bolstered by the vibrant Indian diaspora in Canada—as well as expanding economic opportunities in both markets.
Deputy Foreign Minister Morrison also held a separate meeting with India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, further underlining the renewed momentum in bilateral dialogue.
The consultations mark a new phase in India–Canada engagement, with both sides signaling their intent to turn the page and chart a cooperative course for the future.
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