US Expert Predicts US Will Stay Neutral in Canada-India Diplomatic Row

The Biden administration is expected to stay out of the diplomatic dispute between Canada and India in order to maintain its positive relationship with the Indian government and focus on competing with China. The dispute arose after the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, with Prime Minister Trudeau alleging credible evidence linking the Indian government to the murder. While the US Secretary of State urged India to cooperate with Canada's investigation, no specific retaliatory measures have been taken by the US or its allies. India has denied involvement in the killing and designated Nijjar as a Khalistani terrorist. Despite the seriousness of the allegations, the US is likely to avoid getting involved in the dispute.