India, Nov. 18 -- Canada has identified India as a "key partner" as it attempts to diversify trade to other regions on the world and reduce dependence on the United States.

In a statement related to Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu's recent bilateral visit, Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the country's foreign ministry, said, "India is a key partner as Canada strengthens its economic links to the Indo-Pacific under a comprehensive strategy for the region."

"This visit reinforced Canada's commitment to diversify and strengthen trade, investment, connectivity and innovation partnerships with India. By engaging with government and business, we are advancing collaboration in priority sectors and supporting initiatives that create...