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B.C. Sets India Trade Mission for Jan. 12–17 to Diversify Trade and Attract Investment

Premier David Eby frames the trip as a push to attract investment in response to U.S. tariffs.

British Columbia Premier David Eby in Vancouver on Tuesday, while making the announcement of the forthcoming trade mission to India. ((Credit: Government of British Columbia)
B.C. Premier David Eby with Ravi Kahlon in Vancouver on Tuesday. Eby announced a trade delegation will visit four cities in India from Jan. 12 to 17.
B.C. Premier David Eby waits for a meeting on new funding to support victims of crime in Surrey, B.C., on Nov. 28, 2025. The premier announced on Tuesday that he will take part in an upcoming trade mission to India. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns
Premier David Eby will travel to India on a trade mission early next week.

Overview

  • Premier David Eby and Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon will lead a delegation to New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chandigarh from Jan. 12 to 17.
  • The itinerary focuses on showcasing B.C.’s strengths in critical minerals, sustainable wood and forestry, clean energy, responsible mining, clean technology and tech.
  • Eby says the mission targets new investment and market access because U.S. tariffs are hurting B.C. workers and exporters.
  • B.C. cites $2.1 billion in bilateral trade with India in 2024, representing about 25% of Canada’s exports to India.
  • The visit proceeds during strained Canada–India relations over the 2023 Nijjar killing, with the criminal process ongoing and federal officials pursuing a CEPA reset with talks expected to start early this year.