Canada is at a pivotal moment in its trade relationship with India. As India expands its role in the global economy, Canada must decide whether to deepen ties or risk missing out on significant economic benefits. Despite substantial business activity with India, it is not among Canada’s top 10 trading partners—an overlooked opportunity with long-term consequences for the Canadian economy.
Against this backdrop, Prime Minister Trudeau publicly accused the Indian government of involvement in the murder of a Canadian national in September 2023—a move typically handled through diplomatic channels. This bold statement, seemingly made without fully considering the repercussions, sparked immediate backlash. Canadian businesses with interests in India faced visa cancellations, disrupted trade missions, and operational challenges.
In a new report, Crestview Strategy reveals insights from business leaders and trade experts on the fallout of this decision, highlighting the disconnect between political decisions and business realities. Preview the report here.
Connect with Joseph Lavoie, Mandi Johnson, Vaibhav Joshi or Jasmeet Kaur to discover what this means for Canada’s trade strategy moving forward.
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