CNA Explains: What’s behind the alleged Sikh assassination plots in US and Canada?

Will this have an impact on India’s relations with the US and Canada?

Relations between New Delhi and Washington have improved recently, with each area viewing the other as a key ally in the effort to counter China’s rising confidence throughout the Indo-Pacific.

When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his initial state visit to the US in June and was warmly welcomed by President Joe Biden, these relations were further strengthened.

According to experts, this connection could be put to the ultimate test in light of the execution claims, but it is unlikely to suffer significant harm.

Because of its national surveillance problems, especially the issue of China, India needs the United States, as well as US colleagues like Canada, Australia, the UK, and nbsp,” Prof. Hall said, adding that Delhi would need to proceed with caution.

However, the claim of India’s participation caused a sour political rift with Canada, with tit-for-tat minister expulsions and travel advisories warning citizens against American and anti-Indian sentiments.

This was attributed by observers to a” thin and relatively turbulent relationship” between the nations.

With 770, 000 of them making up about 2 % of the population, Canada has the largest Sikh people outside of India. &nbsp,

According to Prof. Hall, there is a huge Sikh voting in Canada that has been harshly critical of India and on numerous other issues for many years. &nbsp,

Regarding support for the Khalistan action in Canada, India has repeatedly accused Ottawa of tolerating “terrorists and extremes.”