In a significant diplomatic clash, India and Canada have expelled each other's diplomats in a tit-for-tat move that underscores growing tensions between the two nations.
On Monday, India requested the departure of six Canadian diplomats stationed in New Delhi by Saturday. This action followed India's decision to withdraw its high commissioner, Sanjay Kumar Verma, along with other \"targeted diplomats and officials\" from Canada.
Responding swiftly, Canada announced the expulsion of six Indian diplomats, including its high commissioner. This reciprocal action comes after Ottawa labeled the Indian high commissioner and other diplomats as \"persons of interest\" in connection with a Canadian investigation. The Indian government has strongly denied these allegations, calling them unfounded.
This escalation marks a notable deterioration in India-Canada relations, which have experienced strains over various political and economic issues in recent months. Analysts suggest that both countries are navigating a complex landscape of mutual distrust and strategic interests, impacting their bilateral engagements.
The international community is watching closely as both nations take steps that could have broader implications for diplomatic protocols and international relations within the G20 framework.
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India, Canada expel each other's diplomats in tit-for-tat move
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