Prime Minister meets Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada on the sidelines of the G7 Summit

**Executive Summary** On June 16, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met during the G7 Summit in France to advance the India-Canada strategic partnership. The leaders set a deadline to conclude negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of 2026 and agreed to launch talks on a General Security of Information Agreement (GSOIA). The meeting focused on strengthening supply chains, energy security, and institutional cooperation through new platforms such as Raisina Americas. **Key Points / Main Content** **Economic and Trade Cooperation** * **CEPA Negotiations:** Both nations reaffirmed the objective of concluding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of 2026. * **Energy and Commodities:** Progress was reviewed regarding commercial arrangements for LNG, LPG, and metallurgical coal to ensure global energy and food security. * **Trade Missions:** Following a recent visit by the Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry to Canada, a Canadian trade mission to India is scheduled for later in 2026. **Defence and Security** * **Security Agreements:** The Prime Ministers agreed to initiate negotiations on a General Security of Information Agreement (GSOIA). * **Institutional Exchanges:** Recent cooperation between defence institutions was noted, specifically the visit of the National Defence College of India to Canada. * **Future Dialogues:** New dialogues are planned in the areas of defence, finance, and migration. **Innovation and Institutional Engagement** * **Talent and Innovation:** Ongoing collaboration under the Canada–India Talent and Innovation Strategy will focus on skill development, innovation partnerships, and educational cooperation. * **New Platforms:** The leaders announced the establishment of "Raisina Americas" to serve as a platform for dialogue and exchange. * **Science and Technology:** Recent meetings of the Joint Science and Technology Committee and the Consular Dialogue were highlighted as evidence of strengthening institutional ties. **Multilateral and Diplomatic Relations** * **IORA Support:** Prime Minister Modi expressed India’s support for Canada’s application to become a Dialogue Partner of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). * **High-Level Visits:** Prime Minister Modi accepted an invitation to visit Canada in 2026, with specific dates to be determined through diplomatic channels. **Impact Analysis** **Indian and Canadian Governments** **Impact** The governments are entering a phase of intensified institutional engagement and formal treaty negotiations. **Action Required** Diplomatic and ministerial teams must conclude CEPA negotiations by year-end and commence formal talks on the GSOIA. **Trade and Industry Sectors** **Impact** Businesses involved in energy (LNG/LPG), mining (coal), and general trade will benefit from clearer commercial arrangements and the forthcoming trade mission. **Action Required** Stakeholders should prepare for the Canadian trade mission to India later in 2026 and align strategies with the anticipated CEPA framework. **Defence and Security Institutions** **Impact** There will be an increase in information sharing and institutional exchanges between the two nations' security apparatuses. **Action Required** Defence departments must establish the framework for GSOIA negotiations and prepare for upcoming departmental dialogues. **Academic and Innovation Institutions** **Impact** Enhanced opportunities for institutional partnerships, skill development, and research collaboration under the Talent and Innovation Strategy. **Action Required** Educational and research bodies should engage with the newly established Raisina Americas platform and existing innovation strategies to foster bilateral projects.

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