At G20, PM Modi points out 'anti-India activities' in Canada to Justin Trudeau

In a meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his deep concerns to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about the ongoing "anti-India activities" being carried out by "extremist elements" in Canada.

"He (Prime Minister Modi) conveyed our strong concerns about continuing anti-India activities of extremist elements in Canada. They are promoting secessionism and inciting violence against Indian diplomats, damaging diplomatic premises, and threatening the Indian community in Canada and their places of worship," the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said.

"The Prime Minister highlighted that India-Canada relations are anchored in shared democratic values, respect for rule of law and strong people-to-people ties," the PMO further said.

However, in regards to the "anti-India activities" in Canada, the PMO said that the association of these extremist forces with organised crime, drug syndicates, and human trafficking should also be a matter of concern for Canada.

"It is essential for the two countries to cooperate in dealing with such threats," the PMO said in a statement.

JUSTIN TRUDEAU ON KHALISTAN ACTIVITIES

As the G20 Summit in Delhi concluded on Sunday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the success of India's G20 Presidency.

When questioned about "Khalistan extremism" and "foreign interference", Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said at a press conference that while Canada will always uphold the freedom of peaceful protest, expression, and conscience, it will also consistently prevent violence and counteract hatred.

"I think on the issue of the community, it is important to remember that the actions of the few do not represent the entire community or Canada. The flip side of it, we also highlighted the importance of respecting the rule of law and we did talk about foreign interference," Trudeau added.