In the news now: Canada-India tensions spike after Nijjar’s murder case and Sikh separatist links. Nijjar (1977–2023) was a Canadian Sikh linked to SFJ and Khalistan Referendum advocacy.
In early March 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney completed a strategic Asia-Pacific tour, meeting leaders in India, Australia, and Japan. He secured a $2.6 billion uranium deal with India, advanced a comprehensive economic partnership targeting $50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, and strengthened cooperation on defense, critical minerals, and clean energy. Carney also addressed the Middle East conflict with Australia’s Prime Minister Albanese, calling for de-escalation and reaffirming opposition to Iran’s nuclear ambitions amid rising regional tensions.