India eyes speedy, year-long negotiation to finalize trade pact with Canada

Trade observers say trade shocks brought on by U.S. President Donald Trump and recent pacts struck by India with other nations have re-awakened hopes for a deal between Ottawa and New Delhi.

Indian High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh Kumar Patnaik, left, presented his letter of credence to Governor General Mary Simon on Sept. 24.Rideau Hall photograph by MS Anne-Marie Brisson

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BY NEIL MOSS

December 13, 2025

India’s top diplomat in Canada is eyeing a one-year finish line for trade talks with Ottawa, saying renewed "political will" makes him "confident" the countries can move quickly on negotiations after their anticipated start in February 2026.

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