Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Canada in December, a development confirmed by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney amid ongoing efforts to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries by the end of 2026. This visit is poised to strengthen bilateral ties, with Modi’s trip planned around the time of the G20 summit in Miami.
The announcement came from Carney during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where he expressed optimism about the progress of negotiations with India. Both nations view the CEPA as crucial for enhancing trade, investment, security, and cultural exchanges. The fifth round of talks for this agreement is slated to begin on October 5, following a productive fourth round earlier this month.
This anticipated visit would be Modi’s first standalone bilateral trip to Canada since April 2015, although he did visit for the G7 summit in June 2025, during which he and Carney discussed boosting their nations’ relationship. The upcoming visit highlights a renewed focus on rebuilding economic and diplomatic relations after years of tension.
Earlier this year, in March 2026, Carney visited India, where both countries agreed to expedite CEPA negotiations and broaden cooperation in sectors such as energy, technology, artificial intelligence, and defense. The CEPA aims to significantly expand bilateral trade, with Canada targeting a doubling of two-way trade with India to C$70 billion annually by 2030. In 2025, the trade volume between the two countries was C$30.4 billion.
This rekindled cooperation marks a concerted effort by both governments to move past previous diplomatic strains and emphasize a partnership that promises mutual benefits across multiple sectors. High-level meetings and negotiations continue to focus on building a robust economic relationship that aligns with each country’s strategic goals.