Ottawa, June 7 -- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday said that India's scale and economic strength warranted a seat at the G7 summit, explaining why he extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi despite lingering tensions between the two countries.

He added that the two nations had also agreed to continue dialogue on law enforcement issues, marking what he called "some progress" on accountability concerns.

When asked whether this history affected his decision, Carney said it would be inappropriate to comment on an ongoing legal process that is "quite advanced" in Canada.

Modi confirmed his participation and said both nations would engage with "renewed vigour" going forward.

Ties between India and Canada had shar...