Minister Hodgson: Canada Will Not Fall Under US Pressure To Stop Business With India

In this exclusive interview with India Today Global, Minister Hodgson discusses the evolving geopolitical landscape and the strengthening of India-Canada relations. Addressing concerns over American trade pressure, the Minister asserts that 'Canada honors its trade agreements' and emphasizes the importance of market diversification. Hodgson highlights that Canada is looking at increased engagement with India and China to reduce singular exposure, comparing it to a business owner seeking multiple customers. The discussion also covers global energy security, where Hodgson positions Canada as a stable and secure alternative supplier for India, bypassing volatile regions like the Strait of Hormuz. Furthermore, the Minister reaffirms Canada's commitment to national sovereignty and the principle that borders cannot be changed by force, as established in international charters. The programme explores how Canada is navigating unilateral tariff coercion and the shift away from multilateralism while seeking deeper economic integration with India to ensure mutual growth and stability in a changing world order.