A senior Canadian navy official has stated that there is no apparent impact on military-to-military cooperation between India and Canada in the wake of the diplomatic standoff resulting from the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Speaking during a port call to Singapore, Commodore David Mazur, the Commander of Canadian Fleet Pacific, assured that the ongoing diplomatic tensions have not disrupted the military ties between the two nations.
Friendly Meetings and Uninterrupted Cooperation: Commodore David Mazur disclosed that he held “friendly meetings” with Indian officials during a maritime conference in Sri Lanka last week. These discussions covered topics such as regional security matters and the priorities of their respective navies. According to him, “From defense diplomacy and security, there hasn’t been an impact.” He emphasized the importance of maintaining open communication channels, despite diplomatic challenges.
India’s Diplomacy Unshaken in Indo-Pacific: Despite the allegations from Canada, Indian officials have conveyed that the diplomatic dispute has had minimal impact on the country’s diplomatic engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. India has been the subject of intensified diplomatic courtship by Western powers, who are increasingly concerned about China’s growing economic and military influence in Asia.
Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy: Canada has also demonstrated its commitment to the Indo-Pacific region by pledging to enhance its presence and foster stronger ties with India across various sectors. Commodore Mazur noted that Canada’s efforts in Singapore, including the recent port visit, are in alignment with this strategy. He reaffirmed that at the security level, there has been no substantial impact on Canada’s cooperation with India. The military-to-military engagement continues to progress, undeterred by the ongoing diplomatic challenges.
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