PRIME Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday at the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, agreed to designate new high commissioners, with a view to returning to regular services to citizens and businesses in both countries.

The two leaders reaffirmed the importance of Canada-India ties, based upon mutual respect, the rule of law, and a commitment to the principle of sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to a statement by the Prime Minister’s Office.

“They discussed strong and historic ties between our peoples, partnerships in the Indo-Pacific, and significant commercial links between Canada and India – including partnerships in economic growth, supply chains, and the energy transformation,” the statement said.

Carney raised priorities on the G7 agenda, including transnational crime and repression, security, and the rules-based order.

The leaders also discussed opportunities to deepen engagement in areas such as technology, the digital transition, food security, and critical minerals.

Modi said in a statement on X: “Had an excellent meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Complimented him and the Canadian Government for successfully hosting the G7 Summit. India and Canada are connected by a strong belief in democracy, freedom and rule of law. PM Carney and I look forward to working closely to add momentum to the India-Canada friendship. Areas like trade, energy, space, clean energy, critical minerals, fertilisers and more offer immense potential in this regard.”