India Canada Relation: Former Indian diplomats have strongly criticized the Canadian government for allegedly monitoring Indian embassy officials, citing it as a severe violation of the Vienna Convention. J.K. Tripathi, a former diplomat, emphasized that no country has the right to surveil foreign diplomats, calling Canada’s actions a direct breach of international law. The Vienna Convention ensures diplomatic immunity, allowing diplomats to work without fear of arrest, surveillance, or intimidation. Article 29 specifically protects diplomats from detention or unwarranted monitoring, reinforcing their safety and dignity.
Stricter Indian Response Urged
Ex-diplomat Virendra Gupta urged the Indian government to respond more firmly, stating that mere criticism isn’t enough given the severity of Canada’s actions. According to Gupta, Canada’s behavior disregards both diplomatic norms and international decorum. He emphasized that stronger diplomatic actions are necessary to address the issue effectively.
Formal Protest Lodged by India’s Ministry of External Affairs
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) lodged an official protest with Canada, condemning the alleged surveillance as a form of harassment. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that several Indian officials in Canada had reported ongoing surveillance, calling it an act of intimidation. India has demanded that Canada cease these actions, highlighting that attempts to justify surveillance based on “technical issues” do not excuse the alleged violations.
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