CSIS Warns of Likely Election Interference by China and India Using AI

Canada's intelligence agency highlights threats from foreign actors leveraging advanced tools in the lead-up to the April 28 general election.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has identified China and India as highly likely to attempt interference in the upcoming general election, with Russia and Pakistan also flagged as potential actors.
CSIS warns that hostile states are increasingly using artificial intelligence and social media to influence public opinion and target specific communities, particularly Chinese ethnic, cultural, and religious groups in Canada.
India has been accused of having both the intent and capability to interfere in Canada's democratic processes to assert its geopolitical influence, according to CSIS.
Diplomatic tensions with China and India remain high, exacerbated by trade disputes and allegations of interference, including recent accusations linked to the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
CSIS emphasizes that while direct links between interference and election outcomes are difficult to establish, such activities risk eroding public trust in Canada's democratic institutions.