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Justin Trudeau and Narendra Modi signed various new agreements when they met in Delhi today. India and Canada signed six agreements in areas of higher education, atomic energy, energy and sports partnerships among other. Earlier today, PM Modi met with his Canadian counterpart who is on a week-long visit to India.
PM Modi, who has earlier broken protocol to receive world leaders on several occasions, had not extended the same courtesy to Mr Trudeau, in what was seen as a snub over Mr Trudeau's alleged soft stance over Khalistan supporters. In a further diplomatic embarrassment to Mr Trudeau, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist attended a function in Mumbai, where he posed for photographs with Mr Trudeau's wife Sophie and a Canadian minister. Atwal was invited to another function in Delhi as well, but after details of his invite emerged, his invite was cancelled.
Here are the highlights on the bilateral talks between PM Modi and PM Trudeau:
PM Modi, who has earlier broken protocol to receive world leaders on several occasions, had not extended the same courtesy to Mr Trudeau, in what was seen as a snub over Mr Trudeau's alleged soft stance over Khalistan supporters. In a further diplomatic embarrassment to Mr Trudeau, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist attended a function in Mumbai, where he posed for photographs with Mr Trudeau's wife Sophie and a Canadian minister. Atwal was invited to another function in Delhi as well, but after details of his invite emerged, his invite was cancelled.
Here are the highlights on the bilateral talks between PM Modi and PM Trudeau:
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met Congress President Rahul Gandhi in Delhi
There is no place for those who indulge in communal politics and those who seek to divide the society. We should not tolerate those who pose a threat to our country's unity, integrity and sovereignty: PM Modi
Justin Trudeau, in briefing with PM Modi, says India and Canada "share common respect for democratic values, pluralism and democracy".
We seek to uphold democratic traditions, pluralism and diversities: Justin Trudeau
We discussed strengthening people-to-people ties. Canada has more than 1.3 million people of Indian descent. We expect the numbers to grow in 2018: Justin Trudeau
India-Canada partnership must create jobs: Justin Trudeau
We have the responsibility to set the right parameters to make the economy benefit everyone, and not just the rich: Justin Trudeau
India is a natural partner, trusted friend for commercial cooperation: Justin Trudeau
Canada is an energy superpower and can help us meet our growing demands for energy: PM Modi
India and Canada will deepen social and economic ties. Canada Pension Fund is a large investor in India. We look forward to allowing Canada to double investments in India: PM Modi
PM Modi, in joint briefing with Canada's Justin Trudeau, says "can't tolerate people who challenge integrity of our nations".
We have been successful in cooperating on combating terrorism. It is important for India and Canada to come together in fighting terrorism: PM Modi
In my 2015 visit to Canada, I went to Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa and saw that a large number of Indians live in your country: PM Modi to Justin Trudeau
I am happy to welcome Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to India. This is his first visit to India as Prime Minister. He had visited India in 1983. I am happy that before meeting me you have toured India: PM Narendra Modi
India-Canada sign key agreements - 6 MoU agreements being exchanged in Delhi.
Justin Trudeau and family pay floral tribute at the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi in Rajghat.
Paying homage to the Father of the Nation. PM @JustinTrudeau and family pay floral tributes at the samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi pic.twitter.com/an2QcIpmP1
- Vikas Swarup (@VikasSwarup) February 23, 2018
Canadian Prime Minister is expected to visit Rajghat with family for a wreath laying ceremony. The Rajghat is a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi in Delhi.
Justice Trudeau Visit: How Was Khalistani Terrorist Allowed Into India? Government Finds OutJaspal Atwal was convicted for trying to kill the then Punjab Minister Malkiat Singh Sidhu in Canada in 1986, and was sentenced to 20 years.
Ahead of the meet, Justin Trudeau's visit to India was mired in a controversy after Jaspal Atwal, a Khalistani terrorist was invited to an event with the Canadian PM and his delegation of ministers.
Justin Trudeau arrives at Rashtrapati Bhavan for ceremonial reception, meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
#WATCH: PM Narendra Modi receives Canadian Prime Minister #JustinTrudeau & his family at Rashtrapati Bhawan. pic.twitter.com/g1rxUiNAu1
- ANI (@ANI) February 23, 2018
Justin Trudeau responds to PM Modi's tweet. Says, "We'll see you today."
She remembers it well, @narendramodi! It's been great to visit so far - we'll see you today. 🇨🇦🇮🇳 https://t.co/5C2CgLOW6n
- Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) February 23, 2018
Justin Trudeau visited the Taj Mahal, Jama Masjid and Partition Museum
During his India visit, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited a number of landmarks across India. On Sunday, Mr Trudeau, along with his wife and three children, visited the Taj Mahal.
Mr Trudeau, when he stopped by in Mumbai on Tuesday, also met a number of Bollywood celebrities.
He also visited Delhi's famous Jama Masjid on Thursday with his family.
During his India visit, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited a number of landmarks across India. On Sunday, Mr Trudeau, along with his wife and three children, visited the Taj Mahal.
Mr Trudeau, when he stopped by in Mumbai on Tuesday, also met a number of Bollywood celebrities.
He also visited Delhi's famous Jama Masjid on Thursday with his family.
Justin Trudeau tried his hand playing cricket with Kapil Dev, Mohammad Azharuddin
On Thursday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau played cricket along with his children. Mr Trudeau was seen juggling a cricket bat while walking on the pitch before giving away the bat to one of his children.
Former Indian captains Kapil Dev and Mohammad Azharuddin were also present at the ground.
On Thursday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau played cricket along with his children. Mr Trudeau was seen juggling a cricket bat while walking on the pitch before giving away the bat to one of his children.
Former Indian captains Kapil Dev and Mohammad Azharuddin were also present at the ground.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweets a 2015 photo with PM Trudeau
PM Modi tweeted a photo of himself with PM Trudeau and his daughter on Thursday. In another tweet, PM Modi said that he was looking forward to holding talks on strengthening India-Canada ties.
PM Modi tweeted a photo of himself with PM Trudeau and his daughter on Thursday. In another tweet, PM Modi said that he was looking forward to holding talks on strengthening India-Canada ties.
I hope PM @JustinTrudeau and his family had a very enjoyable stay so far. I particularly look forward to meeting his children Xavier, Ella-Grace, and Hadrien. Here is a picture from my 2015 Canada visit, when I'd met PM Trudeau and Ella-Grace. pic.twitter.com/Ox0M8EL46x
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 22, 2018
Justin Trudeau Promises "Strict Action" Against Invitation To Khalistani Terrorist
On the heels of a major diplomatic embarrassment for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist, was invited to two of his official events in Mumbai and Delhi, causing a huge controversy during his India visit.
"We take this very seriously. The individual in question should have never received an invitation. The person and department responsible will take full responsibility for his actions," Mr Trudeau said.
Jaspal Atwal was photographed at the Mumbai event with Mr Trudeau's wife, Sophie and a Canadian minister.
Atwal was a Sikh separatist active in the banned International Sikh Youth Federation when he was convicted of a botched attempt to assassinate Punjab minister Malkiat Singh Sidhu in Vancouver in 1986. He was convicted and sentenced to 20 years.
On the heels of a major diplomatic embarrassment for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Jaspal Atwal, a convicted Khalistani terrorist, was invited to two of his official events in Mumbai and Delhi, causing a huge controversy during his India visit.
"We take this very seriously. The individual in question should have never received an invitation. The person and department responsible will take full responsibility for his actions," Mr Trudeau said.
Jaspal Atwal was photographed at the Mumbai event with Mr Trudeau's wife, Sophie and a Canadian minister.
Atwal was a Sikh separatist active in the banned International Sikh Youth Federation when he was convicted of a botched attempt to assassinate Punjab minister Malkiat Singh Sidhu in Vancouver in 1986. He was convicted and sentenced to 20 years.
