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Modi Meets Canadian Official in Delhi, Speeds Up CEPA Talks
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🗓 18 Jul 2026, 08:15 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Canadian official Mark Carney in New Delhi and agreed to accelerate negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
In a high‑level bilateral meeting held at the Prime Minister’s residence in New Delhi, Narendra Modi met with Canadian official Mark Carney. The discussion focused on strengthening economic ties between the two democracies.
Both leaders agreed to fast‑track the negotiations of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a trade pact that has been in the works for several years. The decision is expected to boost trade, investment and cooperation in sectors such as agriculture, technology and services.
The meeting underscored India’s commitment to deepening ties with Canada, while Canada expressed confidence that the expedited CEPA will open new avenues for business and cultural exchange.
Both leaders agreed to fast‑track the negotiations of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a trade pact that has been in the works for several years. The decision is expected to boost trade, investment and cooperation in sectors such as agriculture, technology and services.
The meeting underscored India’s commitment to deepening ties with Canada, while Canada expressed confidence that the expedited CEPA will open new avenues for business and cultural exchange.