Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 29, extended his congratulations to Mark J. Carney on his election as the Prime Minister of Canada, following the Liberal Party’s victory in the national elections.
Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi highlighted the enduring ties between India and Canada, stating that both nations are united by “shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties.”
“I look forward to working with you to strengthen our partnership and unlock greater opportunities for our people,” Modi added in his post addressed to the newly elected Canadian leader.
Congratulations @MarkJCarney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory. India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I look forward to working…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 29, 2025
Carney, a former Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, led the Liberal Party to a comeback victory, succeeding Justin Trudeau. The development is expected to reset the diplomatic tone between the two nations amid recent strains.
Alongside Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet, and Green Party co-Leader Jonathan Pedneault were key figures in the race. Media noted that the Liberals’ win marks the first time a party has held onto government for a fourth consecutive term in modern Canadian politics.
The election was held under extraordinary circumstances, including tariff threats and sovereignty attacks from U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump’s repeated jabs at Canada, referring to it as the “51st state,” fuelled political tensions during the campaign.
Mark Carney, responding to these challenges, positioned himself as a leader capable of defending Canadian sovereignty and rebuilding the economy to withstand external pressures. An IPSOS poll for Global News had shown the Liberals maintaining a four-point lead heading into election day, suggesting momentum was on Carney’s side.
Carney’s decision to call an early election was framed as a response to what he described as the “most significant crisis” of his lifetime, driven by the need to seek a fresh mandate amid growing threats from the United States.
His background as a central banker and his firm opposition to Trump’s annexation rhetoric bolstered his popularity among voters. Throughout the campaign, Carney emphasised resilience and national strength, messages that appeared to resonate widely across Canada.
Unlike his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, whose foreign policy led to strained relations with India, Carney has made efforts to improve ties. He notably offered public condolences after the Pahalgam terror attack, signalling a shift toward better relations with New Delhi.
