Canadian diplomatic tensions

The assassination took place in Vancouver, Canada, in June 2023, according to Reuters. Contrary to Ottawa's expulsion claims, New Delhi said it had recalled its diplomats because it did not trust the Canadian government's commitment to ensuring their security. New Delhi had previously ordered the expulsion of six senior Canadian diplomats, including the acting High Commissioner.

What caused diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, including the expulsion of an ambassador?

Such diplomatic disputes highlight the serious deterioration of relations between the two Commonwealth nations, according to Reuters. These relations have been strained since Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced last year that he had evidence linking Indian agents to the assassination of Nijjar.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks at a press conference in Ottawa on October 14.

In a press conference on October 14, Trudeau also declared that the Canadian government now has "clear and compelling evidence that Indian government agents have been and are engaged in activities that pose a significant threat to public safety." These activities include the collection of classified information, coercion, targeting South Asian Canadians, and involvement in more than 10 acts of intimidation and violence, according to Trudeau.

Meanwhile, on October 14, New Delhi rejected Ottawa's move regarding the investigation into the assassination of the Nijjar leader, accusing Trudeau of pursuing a political conspiracy.

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