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India-Bhutan Partnership: Modi and King Boost Energy, Defence Ties

Prime Minister Modi held extensive discussions with Bhutan's King covering multiple sectors of cooperation. The leaders inaugurated a major hydropower project symbolizing their strong friendship. Both nations emphasized their spiritual connection through the reverence shown to Buddha relics. The visit reinforced India's role as a key development partner for Bhutan.

Key Points: PM Modi Bhutan King Discuss Energy Defence Security Cooperation

  • Inaugurated Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project as symbol of bilateral friendship
  • Discussed comprehensive cooperation across energy and security sectors
  • Explored capacity building and technology partnership opportunities
  • Highlighted spiritual bond through Buddha relics exchange ceremony
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PM Modi, Bhutan King hold discussions on cooperation across energy, capacity-building, defence sectors

PM Modi and Bhutan King strengthen bilateral ties through energy projects, defence cooperation and spiritual connections during historic Thimphu visit.

"India is proud to be a key partner in Bhutan's development journey - PM Narendra Modi"

Thimpu, November 12

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging discussions with Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck during his visit to the Himalayan country. The discussions covered areas such as energy, defence, and technology.

PM Modi hailed the meeting and said that it covered the full range of ties between the two countries.

"Had a very good meeting with His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the King of Bhutan. We covered the full range of India-Bhutan relations. We discussed cooperation in sectors like energy, capacity building, connectivity, technology, defence and security. India is proud to be a key partner in Bhutan's development journey", he said in a post on X.

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1988213494513295363?s=20

In another post, he shared how moved he was by the reverence with which the sacred relics of Lord Buddha have been received in Bhutan and underlined how it showed the spiritual bond between the two nations.

"Deeply moved by the reverence with which the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha from India have been received in Bhutan. This reflects the abiding spiritual bond between our people, a bond rooted in Lord Buddha's message of peace and harmony."

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1988265418658840749?s=20

Along with King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, PM Modi had inaugurated the Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project and called it an "enduring symbol" of the friendship between New Delhi and Thimpu.

He wrote on X, "Fuelling development, deepening friendship and driving sustainability! Energy cooperation remains a key pillar of the India-Bhutan partnership. Today, we inaugurated the Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project. This is an enduring symbol of friendship between our countries."

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1988227798562165006?s=20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bhutan's capital, Thimphu, on Tuesday for his two-day state visit to the country and was received with a "warm and gracious welcome" by Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay at the airport.

- ANI

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Priya S
The spiritual connection through Lord Buddha's relics is so beautiful. Beyond politics and economics, our cultural bonds with Bhutan are timeless. This visit honors that sacred relationship.
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Rohit P
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I hope these energy projects also benefit our border states in the Northeast. Sometimes big announcements don't translate to local development. Just saying!
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Michael C
As someone working in renewable energy sector, the Punatsangchhu-II project is significant. Bhutan's hydropower potential combined with Indian investment creates sustainable energy solutions for the entire region. Smart diplomacy!
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Shreya B
Bhutan has always been our closest friend. In these uncertain times, strengthening defence cooperation is crucial for regional stability. Good to see comprehensive discussions covering all aspects of our relationship.
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Kavya N
The capacity building and technology transfer aspects are most important for long-term partnership. Hope our youth get more opportunities to collaborate with Bhutanese counterparts. Jai Hind! 🙏

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