India and Canada agree to enhance security cooperation and combat crime
Agreement to deepen security coordination and combat cross-border crimes between New Delhi and Ottawa
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
New Delhi, Oct 7 (KUNA) -- India and Canada have agreed to enhance security cooperation and combat transnational crime. This came during a dialogue held at the level of national security advisors in New Delhi, focusing on deepening security ties and addressing cross-border criminal activities, according to a joint press statement issued on Wednesday.
The statement said that Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and David Morrison, Senior Advisor to the Canadian Prime Minister for Diplomatic and International Affairs, discussed bilateral security issues. Morrison began his visit to India on October 5 and concluded it today.
Both sides expressed satisfaction with the continued constructive bilateral engagement over the past year, which has been based on mutual trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. They also welcomed efforts to advance negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and discussed the potential to develop a substantive bilateral defense relationship aligned with the vision of the leadership in both countries.
According to the statement, the two sides reviewed progress in security and law enforcement cooperation, including the implementation of the Joint Security Action Plan agreed upon in February 2026. The two parties agreed to deepen coordination and cooperation in areas such as combating transnational organized crime, terrorism, violent extremism, human trafficking, drugs, cybercrime, extortion, and extradition.
They also reaffirmed their commitment to identifying additional areas for practical cooperation, including exploring the possibility of establishing structured dialogues on cybersecurity and economic security. The two sides agreed to strengthen existing institutional mechanisms and establish new channels to facilitate effective communication and timely exchange of information on matters of mutual concern. They also exchanged views on regional and global developments. (End) a.t.k / m.m.j
