After UAE President, Trudeau raises India-Canada diplomatic row with Jordan King
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan on Sunday.
And provided him with an “update on the situation between Canada and India”, as he noted the significance of “adhering to the rule of law and respecting the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations”.
The diplomatic row between Canada and India was sparked by Trudeau’s allegations of India’s involvement in the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Though Trudeau’s office issued a statement about the meeting and the issues discussed therein, the discussion on India-Canada ties was not explicitly mentioned in the statement issued by King Abdullah II’s office.
During the meeting, Trudeau also unequivocally condemned Hamas’ large-scale attacks against Israel, and reaffirmed that Canada fully supports Israel’s right to defend itself.
He also noted his concerns about the atrocities committed in war-torn Israel and asserted that Canada is in touch with its international partners to monitor the situation and restore peace and security in the region.The Prime Minister and the King also discussed their concerns over escalation and loss of civilian life.
The leaders also underscored the close ties between Canada and Jordan and agreed to remain in contact as the situation evolves.
Prime Minister Trudeau’s efforts to address the India-Canada diplomatic tensions come in the wake of India dismissing his claims as “absurd” and “motivated.” India had also expelled a senior Canadian diplomat in response to Ottawa’s expulsion of an Indian official over the case.
Trudeau’s dialogue with UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak earlier this week also underscored the necessity of deescalating the diplomatic row between India and Canada and the importance of upholding the rule of law in the matter.
The strained relations between Canada and India have strained diplomatic ties between the two nations, with India expressing its willingness to cooperate and review any specific or relevant information provided by Canada regarding the allegations made by the Canadian government.