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INTERNATIONAL | PM’s Bhutan Visit

India and Bhutan

Bridging Borders, Sharing Culture

India’s relations with Bhutan, nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, is
defined not only by borders but also by shared culture and emotions.

For decades, this bond has continued to grow on the path of trust,
cooperation, and mutual prosperity. To further elevate these ties,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bhutan on November 11 and
12. During this visit, several important decisions and agreements were
made between the two countries…

ndia and Bhutan share an enduring bond of through the mantra “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah”.
friendship and cooperation, based on deep Paying tribute to the Fourth King of Bhutan, Modi
Imutual trust, understanding, and goodwill. This described his life as a blend of wisdom, simplicity,
partnership is a cornerstone of India’s ‘Neighbour- courage, and selfless service to the nation. He said
hood First’ policy and a model for friendly relations that at the young age of 16, he assumed enormous
with a neighbouring country. Therefore, at the in- responsibility and steered the country forward with
vitation of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, his visionary leadership. During his 34-year reign,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bhutan on a he championed both Bhutan’s heritage and devel-
two-day visit. During his visit, PM Modi attended the opment. He played a decisive role in establishing
70th birth anniversary celebrations of the Fourth democratic institutions and promoting peace in
Druk Gyalpo in Thimpu and also participated in the border areas. He emphasized that nation-building is
Global Peace Prayer Festival. India’s ancestors are not solely driven by gross domestic product (GDP),
inspired by the principle of “Vasudhaiva Kutum- but by the well-being of humanity. The Fourth King
bakam”, meaning the whole world is one family. of Bhutan played a significant role in strengthening
Consequently, he prayed for everyone’s happiness the friendship between India and Bhutan. The

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