Bhutan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel, has arrived in New Delhi to participate in the 11th Raisina Dialogue. This visit is expected to enhance the existing bilateral relations between Bhutan and India. The Raisina Dialogue, a significant conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics, is scheduled to take place from March 5-7 in New Delhi.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal welcomed Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel to India for the Raisina Dialogue. He emphasized the strong foundation of trust and goodwill that underpins the partnership between India and Bhutan. The event, organized by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), brings together global leaders, policymakers, academics, and industry experts to deliberate on crucial international issues.
Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently assessed the progress in various sectors of cooperation during a meeting in New Delhi. They discussed areas such as energy, connectivity, development partnership, and people-to-people interactions. Both leaders expressed their commitment to leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for inclusive progress and strengthening cooperation in AI and digital technology. They reiterated their dedication to enhancing the India-Bhutan partnership based on trust and mutual respect.
India and Bhutan have a history of frequent high-level engagements and are continuously exploring new avenues of collaboration while reinforcing their deep-rooted connections in energy, infrastructure, and cultural exchange. Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Thimphu in November aimed to bolster the India-Bhutan partnership and uphold India’s Neighbourhood First Policy. During the visit, PM Modi participated in the Global Peace Prayer Festival and paid homage to the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha in Thimphu.
