Indian-Origin MP Chandra Arya Announces Bid for Canadian Prime Minister
Chandra Arya, a Liberal MP from Nepean, outlines plans for a smaller government, economic reforms, and a shift to a sovereign republic after Justin Trudeau's resignation.
- Chandra Arya, originally from Karnataka, India, has officially entered the race to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada's Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader.
- Arya's platform includes transitioning Canada to a sovereign republic, raising the retirement age, and implementing a citizenship-based tax system.
- He has pledged to focus on addressing affordability issues, rebuilding the economy, and creating equal opportunities for Canadians.
- Arya has emphasized merit-based cabinet appointments and criticized diversity quotas in government hiring practices.
- The leadership race follows Trudeau's resignation, with Arya joining former MP Frank Baylis as a declared contender, while Chrystia Freeland is expected to announce her candidacy soon.