New Delhi witnessed a significant diplomatic engagement as Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, arrived in India for a four-day visit to participate in preparations for India Energy Week (IEW) 2026. Following his involvement in the event’s activities, Hodgson held key meetings with Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises Minister HD Kumaraswamy.
HD Kumaraswamy shared photos of his meeting with the Canadian delegation on social media platform X, highlighting discussions on deepening collaboration in critical minerals, clean mobility, and advanced manufacturing. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership in steering India towards ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ and net-zero goals, building a robust industrial ecosystem for the future.
The talks delved into joint frameworks for electric vehicles, batteries, and sustainable supply chains. Senior officials from both sides focused on clean mobility, EV ecosystems, and critical minerals cooperation, reviewing opportunities for mutual advancement.
Piyush Goyal also posted images from his meeting, expressing delight in engaging with the Canadian team. Conversations centered on energy security, critical minerals, renewable energy, and strategies to bolster India-Canada ties for shared growth and prosperity. Goyal took the opportunity to showcase the new Parliament building, a symbol blending heritage with modernity and embodying New India’s spirit.
Prime Minister Modi virtually inaugurated the fourth edition of IEW 2026 conclave on Tuesday, lauding the India-EU Free Trade Agreement as a cornerstone for global economic synergy. Addressing delegates, he welcomed global leaders to India, now a land of immense opportunities in the energy sector. IEW has rapidly emerged as a premier global platform for energy and sustainability dialogues.
The event drew high-profile attendees including Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, UAE’s Industry Minister Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, and ministers from Africa, Middle East, Central Asia, and Global South. Over three days, delegations from the US, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific converged, underscoring IEW’s rising influence in global energy diplomacy. Expectations are high with over 75,000 energy professionals from more than 120 countries anticipated.