Jaishankar's strong criticism of Canada in the midst of a diplomatic dispute

 

Jaishankar's strong criticism of Canada in the midst of a diplomatic dispute: 'Even double standards are mild words'

India expelled six Canadian diplomats and recalled its high commissioner after Ottawa implicated the Indian high commissioner in its investigation of the Nijjar killing.

Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Monday denounced Canada for its "inconsistent standards" in diplomatic affairs. During the 'NDTV World Summit 2024: The India Century', the minister expressed that the self-imposed license is distinct from the restrictions placed on diplomats in Canada. When we inform them about individuals openly making threats against Indian leaders and diplomats. Their response is advocating for freedom of speech. When Indian journalists make statements on social media, any threats towards the Indian High Commissioner are expected to be regarded as expressions of freedom of speech. However, if an Indian journalist comments on the Canadian High Commissioner appearing displeased while exiting South Block, it is considered foreign intervention. All the responses you provide must be in the English language. Even using double standards is a mild way to describe it. We will be implementing a different approach to activities within our household. We will approach it with a different method in foreign countries. We will proceed according to our own approach, but this does not pertain to you. "I believe these are the significant changes that need to occur in this evolving world," Jaishankar stated, as reported by ANI. Jaishankar's remarks coincide with heightened diplomatic tensions between India and Canada. Last week, India expelled six Canadian diplomats and recalled its envoy after Ottawa identified the Indian high commissioner to Canada and other diplomats as 'persons of interest' in its investigation into the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Nijjar, a Canadian citizen, was fatally shot in Surrey in June of the previous year. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau implicated Indian government agents in the assassination of Nijjar.