King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital on Thursday. The two leaders shared a cordial handshake and walked together before sitting down for discussions aimed at furthering their countries’ longstanding ties.
Delighted to welcome Their Majesties, the King and Queen of Bhutan, to India. Admire His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s vision for Bhutan’s progress and regional development. We remain committed to advancing the unique and enduring partnership between India and Bhutan. pic.twitter.com/G3INqEXUzf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 5, 2024
External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar also met with the Bhutan king. In a post on X, Jaishankar wrote, “Called on His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck today. Discussed the steady progress that India and Bhutan partnership is making. Value his guidance for its future growth. Also assured India’s fullest support for the development goals of Bhutan.”
Called on His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck today.
Discussed the steady progress that
partnership is making. Value his guidance for its future growth. Also assured India’s fullest support for the development goals of Bhutan. pic.twitter.com/7o3sq9KCPe
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 5, 2024
The King, accompanied by Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck, arrived in New Delhi earlier on Thursday for a two-day official visit to India. They were warmly received by EAM Jaishankar, who took to social media to express his enthusiasm about the visit.
Honoured to welcome His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, on his arrival in New Delhi today.
His visit will further strengthen our unique bonds of friendship.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 5, 2024
The visit highlights the enduring friendship between the two neighboring nations, rooted in shared values and mutual cooperation. Bhutan’s Minister of Industry, Commerce, and Employment, Lyonpo Namgyal Dorji, had earlier praised India as a “pillar of support and inspiration” for Bhutan. He underscored the trust between the nations, emphasizing India’s role as an enabler of Bhutan’s aspirations.
