Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has faced criticism for his perceived leniency toward pro-Khalistani activities within Canada. In several instances, Trudeau has been criticized for failing to take a strong stance against Khalistani elements, often citing "freedom of expression" as a defense. Here are five notable instances where Trudeau's actions or statements raised concerns.
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00:00 Over the past number of weeks, Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible
00:14 allegations of a potential link between agents of the government of India and the killing
00:21 of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijhari.
00:26 Trudeau remained silent on an anti-India referendum held at Gurdwara in Surrey by Sikhs for Justice.
00:32 SFJ founder Guru Padwan Singh Pannu delivered an incendiary speech at the referendum hinting
00:38 at balkanising India.
00:41 Trudeau emphasised Canada's commitment to freedom of expression and peaceful protest
00:45 when addressing the Khalistani issue with Prime Minister Modi.
00:51 Trudeau defended freedom of expression when asked about a parade in Brampton, the parade
00:57 featuring a float glorifying the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
01:03 While expressing concern about violence and extremism, Trudeau reiterated Canada's commitment
01:08 to freedom of expression.
01:12 Khalistani threat posters featuring the names of Indian diplomats circulated in Canada.
01:18 Minister of Foreign Affairs S.J. Shankar called on the Canadian government not to provide
01:23 space to Khalistani groups.
01:25 Trudeau emphasised Canada's stance against terrorism when questioned about the posters.
01:33 During Trudeau's 2018 official visit to India, it was revealed that Jaspal Atwal was invited.
01:41 Atwal is a convicted former Khalistani terrorist.
01:44 He was invited to a dinner at the Canadian High Commission.
01:48 Pictures circulated showing Trudeau's ex-wife, Sophie, with Atwal.
01:53 Trudeau shifted blame for the invitation to a Canadian Parliament member, stating that
01:57 Atwal should never have received an invitation.
02:01 These instances have fuelled concerns about Trudeau's approach to pro-Khalistani elements
02:06 in Canada and its implications on Canada-India relations.
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