Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has projected Canada as a potential “energy superpower” capable of supporting India in meeting its rapidly growing energy needs, which are expected to double by 2040.
In a video statement shared on Wednesday alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Carney highlighted Canada’s capacity to supply low-carbon and reliably produced Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), which is widely used across Asia and Europe for heating, electricity generation and industrial purposes.
His remarks come at a time when the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has disrupted energy supplies from Qatar, triggering price spikes and shifts in global supply chains.
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Carney noted that India has ambitious energy plans, including increasing its renewable energy capacity by about 500 gigawatts by the end of this decade. The country also aims to nearly double the share of LNG in its primary energy mix during the same period.
Against this backdrop, the Canadian leader pitched Canada as a strategic energy partner for India. He said the country’s vast natural resources and strong energy sector place it in a favourable position to support India’s transition towards cleaner energy.
Carney also highlighted opportunities for collaboration in the supply of critical minerals needed for manufacturing, clean technologies and nuclear energy. “As India seeks access to critical minerals for its manufacturing, clean technology and nuclear plans, Canada’s resource base and world-leading companies position it as a strategic partner,” he said.
He added that about 40 per cent of the world’s mining companies are listed in Canada, underlining the country’s significant role in the global mining and resource sector.
(This story is published from a syndicated feed)
