The office of the Canadian Prime Minister has confirmed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will conduct an official visit to Canada on December 11 and 12. The primary objective of the visit is to facilitate progress on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a long-discussed trade deal aimed at strengthening economic ties between India and Canada.

While the announcement highlights a shared commitment to finalizing the trade agreement, the broader context of the diplomatic relationship remains complex. The visit comes at a time when both nations are looking to stabilize and expand their economic cooperation, despite previous periods of diplomatic friction. The upcoming meetings are expected to serve as a platform for both leaders to reaffirm their intent to conclude these negotiations at the earliest opportunity. No further details regarding the specific itinerary or additional agenda items have been released by either government at this time.