New Delhi: Canadian prime minister Mark Carney will travel to India from February 26 to March 7, 2026, as part of a broader Indo-Pacific tour. The official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office said the trip will also include visits to Australia and Japan.
Carney will begin his India visit in Mumbai and later travel to New Delhi. In the capital, he will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors.
Focus on trade and technology
The discussions between the two leaders are expected to cover “trade, clean energy, technology and artificial intelligence, talent mobility, culture, and defence.” Officials see the visit as an opportunity to deepen economic engagement between the two countries.
During his stay, Carney will meet Indian business leaders also. His aim is to promote investment opportunities in Canada and encourage partnerships between firms from both the countries.
This will be Carney’s first official visit to India as the Prime Minister. However, he has met PM Modi two times before on the sidelines of the G7 and G20 summits.
Resetting strained ties
The visit comes at a time when India and Canada are working to improve relations after a period of diplomatic tension. Both governments are interested in restoring trust and expanding economic cooperation.
The Canadian government said the Indo-Pacific tour is part of its effort to build “a stronger, more independent and more resilient economy” in what it called an uncertain global environment. The outreach aims to open new opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses in trade, energy, advanced technology and defence.
Wider Indo-Pacific engagement
After completing his visit to India, Carney will travel to Sydney and Canberra. In Australia, he will meet Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. He will there talk about defence cooperation, maritime security, critical minerals and advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence.
The Indo-Pacific tour signals Canada’s intent to expand its role in the region and strengthen strategic partnerships with key democracies.