India Expels Six Canadian Diplomats Amid Growing Tensions
The Voice of Chandigarh News:
The Government of India has officially announced the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats, a move indicative of rising diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The diplomats, including Mr. Stewart Ross Wheeler, Acting High Commissioner, and Mr. Patrick Hebert, Deputy High Commissioner, have been ordered to leave India by 11:59 PM on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
The full list of expelled diplomats includes:
- Mr. Stewart Ross Wheeler, Acting High Commissioner
- Mr. Patrick Hebert, Deputy High Commissioner
- Ms. Marie Catherine Joly, First Secretary
- Mr. Ian Ross David Trites, First Secretary
- Mr. Adam James Chuipka, First Secretary
- Ms. Paula Orjuela, First Secretary
This significant diplomatic action underscores the ongoing strain in relations between India and Canada. Further details on the reasons behind this decision have yet to be disclosed.