EAM Jaishankar's Strong Critique of Canada in Diplomatic Row: "Even Double Standards Are Mild Words"

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:48pm on 21 Oct 2024,Monday India Global

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar accused Canada of unfair double standards in diplomatic relations. His comments came after India expelled six Canadian diplomats following Canada's probe into the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Jaishankar stated, "Canada allows threats against Indian diplomats as 'freedom of speech,' while restricting Indian media comments." He highlighted the inconsistency in how Canada treats Indian and Canadian diplomats, saying, "Even double standards are mild words for it." Jaishankar emphasized that the global order is shifting towards multipolarity, making it difficult for the West to adjust to changing dynamics.

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