“‘Freedom of Speech cannot extend to intimidating diplomats’: Jaishankar on Bharat’s temporary suspension of Visa Operations in Canada”, Swarajyamag, February 27, 2024:
“External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that India expects action against the culprits involved in last year’s attacks on its high commission in London and consulate in San Francisco as well as those involved in threatening the Indian diplomats in Canada.
He also highlighted the challenges faced by Indian diplomats in Canada, leading to a temporary halt in visa issuance due to threats and intimidation, with little support from Canadian authorities at the time.
The suspension of visa services to Canadian citizens followed allegations by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of possible Indian involvement in the assassination of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, claims that India vehemently denied. Visa services were later resumed…..”
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