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Canada-India Trade Talks Resume

Analysis based on 10 articles · First reported May 31, 2026 · Last updated May 31, 2026

Sentiment
60
Attention
4
Articles
10
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The renewed optimism in trade talks between Canada>>> and India>>> could lead to a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), potentially boosting bilateral trade from USD 17 billion to USD 50 billion by 2030. This would positively impact industries involved in exports and imports between the two nations, particularly the agricultural sector if tariffs on pulse crops are addressed.

Agriculture International Trade
Event Summary

Canadian and Indian officials have expressed optimism regarding ongoing negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement, known as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). These discussions, which stalled in 2023 due to diplomatic tensions following Canadian allegations linking Indian agents to the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Puri, have seen renewed engagement. The Western Canada-India Leaders Summit in Regina, attended by Saskatchewan Premier Scott L. Morris, Canada's High Commissioner to India Chris Cooter, and India's High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh K. Patnaik, served as a platform for these discussions. India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated the goal is to conclude negotiations by the end of this year and expand bilateral trade from USD 17 billion to USD 50 billion by 2030. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent visit to India is credited with helping to reset ties. Discussions also included agricultural commodities, with Scott L. Morris hoping for the inclusion of pulse crops, despite existing Indian duties on yellow peas and lentils.

Key Actions
95 Piyush Goyal announced
90 Canada expressed optimism
90 India working on plan
80 Canada accused India
80 India rejected allegations Canada
75 Mark Carney expressed interest India
70 India imposed levy Canada
Entities Involved
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Canada
Canada is a key participant in the ongoing trade agreement negotiations with India, aiming to expand bilateral trade and potentially reduce tariffs on agricultural commodities like pulse crops.
Importance 100 Sentiment 60
cnt
India
India is a key participant in the ongoing trade agreement negotiations with Canada, aiming to expand bilateral trade and potentially adjust duties on imported agricultural products.
Importance 100 Sentiment 60
per
Piyush Goyal
Piyush Goyal, India's Commerce and Industry Minister, stated that both countries aim to conclude negotiations on a free trade agreement by the end of this year and expand bilateral trade to USD 50 billion by 2030.
Importance 80 Sentiment 60
per
Scott L. Morris
Scott L. Morris, Premier of Saskatchewan, participated in the Western Canada-India Leaders Summit, emphasizing the importance of the relationship for Saskatchewan and expressing optimism about trade discussions, particularly regarding pulse crops.
Importance 70 Sentiment 50
per
Chris Cooter
Chris Cooter, Canada's High Commissioner to India, expressed confidence that a free trade agreement with India could be reached later this year.
Importance 60 Sentiment 50
per
Dinesh K. Patnaik
Dinesh K. Patnaik, India's High Commissioner to Canada, confirmed that negotiations for the trade agreement are ongoing.
Importance 60 Sentiment 50
per
Mark Carney
Mark Carney, Canadian Prime Minister, is credited with helping restart engagement with India, setting the stage for a broader reset in ties.
Importance 50 Sentiment 50
ngo
Canada-India Business Council
The Canada-India Business Council organized the Western Canada-India Leaders Summit, facilitating discussions between political leaders, diplomats, and business representatives.
Importance 40 Sentiment 50
per
Hardeep Singh Puri
The killing of Hardeep Singh Puri in British Columbia and subsequent Canadian allegations against Indian agents led to a deterioration of relations and stalled trade negotiations in 2023.
Importance 20 Sentiment -50
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