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Experts see this as a positive move for stability in the region. With drug flows and cyber risks on the rise, such cooperation could save lives and resources
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India and Canada hope this builds trust for wider gains in security and beyond
India and Canada have taken a key step to rebuild their security partnership by agreeing to place liaison officers in one another’s nations. This decision came after talks in New Delhi between India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Nathalie Drouin, Canada’s Deputy Clerk and National Security and Intelligence Advisor.
The Ministry of External Affairs said both nations recognised advances in efforts to protect their people and countries. They have now set out a joint action plan to boost teamwork on national security and policing matters. This will allow them to tackle shared challenges more effectively.
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In particular, each side will appoint security and law enforcement officers to strengthen day-to-day links between their agencies
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These officers will help speed up communication and share vital information quickly
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Top concerns include stopping the illegal trade in drugs like fentanyl ingredients and disrupting global crime gangs
The two countries also pledged to deepen ties on cybersecurity, including policy work and swapping intelligence. They will keep talking about joint efforts against fraud and immigration breaches, always respecting their own laws and global rules.
This agreement signals a thaw in relations after past tensions. It aims to make both nations safer by joining forces against modern threats. Practical steps like these liaison roles will cut red tape and ensure faster responses to dangers that cross borders.
