Closed-Door Discussion: India-Canada Relations

The closed-door discussion examined ways to safeguard India–Canada ties amid Nijjar’s upcoming trial, focusing on confidence-building measures, diplomatic off-ramps, and media de-escalation. Participants discussed managing political sensitivities during Canada’s election year, planning high-level engagements, and insulating business and people-to-people links from political shocks to preserve recent positive momentum.
India-Canada Relations: Moving Beyond the Faultlines

This roundtable explored the India-Canada relationship amid growing diplomatic tensions, despite strong trade and educational ties. Experts examined challenges like diaspora politics and geopolitical shifts, while identifying opportunities for cooperation in climate action, technology, and the Indo-Pacific. The discussion aimed to rebuild trust and chart a constructive, forward-looking partnership.
South Korea’s Foreign Policy under President Lee Jae Myung: Implications for India-Korea Relations

This roundtable evaluated South Korea’s foreign policy under President Lee Jae Myung amid evolving geopolitical and economic challenges. The discussion focused on the impact of these changes on India–Korea relations and opportunities for enhanced collaboration in defense, space, and trade sectors.
Revitalising an Economic Partnership: Charting a Path Forward for India–Canada Trade

This roundtable discussed the revival of India–Canada trade ties through the Early Progress Trade Agreement (EPTA), following a diplomatic freeze. It examined sectoral priorities, strategic cooperation, and the potential for EPTA to serve as a foundation for CEPA, amid Canada’s Indo-Pacific push and China’s growing regional influence.
Trump 2.0 is upending US ties. De-coupling may be hard – de-risking is necessary

In Asia, the challenge is harder. Unlike Europe, regional institutions remain underdeveloped, and the gap between Chinese power and its neighbours is vast
Following Trump, a push to Make Europe Great Again

Popularity of Donald Trump’s ‘Make America Great Again’ campaign highlights deepening ideological divisions within the West. Delhi must pay attention to its impact on global geopolitics and economy