New Delhi, May 31 -- Optimism is surging regarding a potential free trade pact between Canada and India following a business summit in Regina. This marks a significant turnaround after bilateral trade discussions abruptly stalled in 2023, according to various media reports.

The Western Canada-India Leaders Summit, hosted in Saskatchewan's capital, brought together key political figures and diplomats to discuss the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Key participants included Scott Moe, Premier of Saskatchewan; Chris Cooter, Canada's High Commissioner to India; and Dinesh Patnaik, India's High Commissioner to Canada.

According to Canadian broadcaster CBC News, Cooter confirmed that negotiations are actively prog...