Canada Dismisses India's Security Warning Amid Diplomatic Standoff

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:07am on 21 Sep 2023,Thursday India Global

Canada has rejected India's travel advisory that warned of security risks, asserting the country's safety amid escalating tensions over Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing. The dispute emerged after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India's government of involvement in Nijjar's death, which India dismissed as "absurd." In response, India cautioned citizens about anti-India activities and hate crimes in Canada. While affirming Canada's security, Immigration Minister Marc Miller acknowledged the gravity of the allegations. Minister Sean Fraser emphasized unity and dialogue, voicing concerns for Canadians. As diplomatic ties fray, Canada downplayed India's security fears.

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