PM Modi Emphasizes Trust in India’s Global Relations Amid Tensions with Canada
In a significant address at the NDTV World Summit on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored India’s commitment to building international relationships based on trust and reliability, amid a backdrop of escalating tensions with Canada.
His remarks come as India recalls six diplomats, including its high commissioner, and expels an equal number of Canadian envoys amid allegations from Canada regarding India’s involvement in the killing of a radical Khalistani activist, who was a Canadian citizen. India has denied these accusations, challenging Canada to provide evidence to support its claims.
Addressing the summit, Modi refrained from directly mentioning the situation with Canada but emphasized that India does not engage in "taken-for-granted" relationships with other nations. “Our relations are grounded in trust and reliability. The world is also realizing this,” he stated, adding that India’s progress has been a source of happiness for the global community.
Highlighting India’s achievements, Modi referenced the successful Chandrayaan mission as an example of the nation’s capabilities, expressing that the world celebrated this feat as if it were a festival. He asserted, “The world draws happiness from India’s rise,” pointing out that India’s advancements in infrastructure, digital technology, and research have fostered a growing global trust in the country.
Modi emphasized that India is positioning itself as a leader in shaping the "global future" across various sectors and reiterated India’s role as a reliable partner during crises, exemplified by its humanitarian efforts in supplying medicines and vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic. He concluded by stating that India prioritized humanity over profit, a decision that could have generated substantial revenue but was ultimately made out of compassion.
The Prime Minister’s comments reflect India’s intentions to strengthen its diplomatic ties while countering ongoing challenges, including strained relations with Canada.
