PM Modi departs for a two-day trip to Bhutan...

S Venkateshwari
PM Modi departs for a two-day trip to Bhutan...

On friday morning(today), prime minister Narendra Modi left for a two-day state visit to Bhutan. The weather in the Himalayan nation of bhutan caused Modi to postpone his visit. In what was anticipated to be his final overseas trip prior to the next general election, Modi was slated to visit bhutan on march 21 and 22. The two sides used diplomatic channels to arrange new dates. posters and billboards welcome Modi to bhutan have been put up in advance of his arrival, according to PTI. The ministry of external affairs claims that the trip would give both sides a forum to talk about and share viewpoints on regional and bilateral issues as well as steps to strengthen and expand their "exemplary partnership" for the benefit of the general public.

Days have passed since Tshering Tobgay, the prime minister's equivalent from bhutan, traveled to india from march 14–18. Tobgay traveled to india for his first overseas trip since taking office in January. Modi declared during Tobgay's visit that New delhi would increase its support for Bhutan's 13th five-year plan, including considering a proposal for an economic stimulus program. He also stated that India's development assistance would be concentrated on building infrastructure and promoting connectivity.

The premiers agreed that the region is strengthened by the excellent partnership between india and bhutan, according to a joint statement released following Modi and Tobgay's meeting. The two sides also agreed to further develop their bilateral ties, with Modi stating that india is dedicated to helping bhutan achieve its goal of becoming a high-income country in accordance with the Bhutanese king's vision. Tobgay expressed his gratitude to the indian government for providing ₹5,000 crore in development funds for Bhutan's most recent five-year plan. According to the statement, the air will be used to support industries like agriculture, healthcare, education, skill development, and cultural preservation as well as to expand road, rail, air, and wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital connectivity.











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