New Delhi/Niagara-on-the-Lake, Nov. 13 -- Canada's international trade minister Maninder Sidhu arrived in India on a three-day visit on Wednesday to hold talks to advance trade and investment linkages between the two sides, which are speedily rebuilding their relations following a diplomatic row two years ago. Sidhu will promote Ottawa's commitment to support and grow commercial ties between Canada and India, including in artificial intelligence, clean technology and digital industries, and explore new opportunities for partnerships that benefit workers and businesses in both countries, the Canadian high commission said on Wednesday. He will also travel to Visakhapatnam to attend the Confederation of Indian Industry's Partnership Summit, which will be hosted by Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal, on November 14. "This visit to India will reinforce Canada's commitment to diversifying our trade relationships and attracting new investment. As one of the fastest-growing major economies, India offers significant opportunities for Canadian businesses and workers," Sidhu said in a statement released by Global Affairs Canada, the country's foreign ministry. Two-way trade was worth $30.9 billion in 2024 and Sidhu said there is greater potential ahead. "By deepening cooperation in areas such as energy, clean technology, artificial intelligence, and agriculture, we can unlock new commercial opportunities, drive innovation, and build more resilient and secure supply chains that deliver shared prosperity for both our countries," he added. Canada perceives India as a key partner as it strengthens economic links in the Indo-Pacific under a comprehensive strategy for the region, the high commission said....