Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau finally met his Indian counterpart in New Delhi on Friday -- at the end of his eight-day trip. While the leaders did get through some important business, much of the chatter was centered around Trudeau's soft stance on Sikh separatists in India. Canada is home to a sizeable contingent of Sikhs -- many of whom are heavily involved in politics -- and Trudeau's stance isn't going down well in the South Asian country. Our India correspondent Shweta Bajaj reports.

After a week travelling around India, Trudeau finished up with a half-day's work in the capital. Following a ceremonial reception, where he was warmly welcomed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trudeau also met the country's foreign affairs chief, Sushma Swaraj. Their talks were followed by the signing of six memoranda of understanding.

JUSTIN TRUDEAU CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER "As Canada looks to diversify its own economy and looks for new opportunities to do business beyond its borders, India is a natural partner and a trusted friend. Prime Minister Modi and I welcomed the conclusion of and progress on cooperation agreements in areas such as civil nuclear science, technology, information technology, automotive sector cooperation, intellectual property, smart cities and custom enforcement. That said renewed economic partnership must create jobs and help families get ahead."

Great news for business, but the deals have been overshadowed somewhat by a more sinister aspect. Earlier in the week, Jaspal Atwal -- a convicted pro-khalistani terrorist -- was photographed with Trudeau's wife at a dinner organized in their honour. Atwal, who was a member of the now-banned International Sikh Youth Federation, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for trying to kill an Indian politician.Trudeau dubbed the episode "unfortunate", but Modi wasn't prepared to let him off so easily.

NARENDRA MODI INDIAN PRIME MINISTER "Terrorism is a danger for countries like Canada and India. It's important that we both work together on this. There should be no space for those who misuse religion for political motives and promote separatism. We will not tolerate those who challenge the unity and integrity of our countries."

So what's it all about? Well, Canada is home to 1.3 million people of Indian origin. About half of these are Sikhs, some of whom have a lot of influence in the country. So many in India are skeptical about Trudeau's true motives.

SHWETA BAJAJ NEW DELHI "For such large countries, their bilateral trade is only worth about eight billion US dollars. Even though they are looking to double this, Justin Trudeau's visit is being seen more about the business of winning votes and less about business."

Their talks have focused on closer cooperation in sectors such as investment, trade and energy, whilst also building on the likes of tourism and education.

But whether the sides can put this issue behind them, and move on, could determine the real strength and potential of their partnership. Shweta Bajaj CGTN, New Delhi.