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Strengthening 'Neighbourhood First': S. Jaishankar Lands in Bhutan for Crucial Bilateral Talks

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar is undertaking a two-day official visit to Bhutan from September 16 to 17, 2026, at the invitation of Bhutan's Foreign Minister Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel to review and strengthen bilateral cooperation.

Nilakshi Barman | | 1 min read

Strengthening 'Neighbourhood First': S. Jaishankar Lands in Bhutan for Crucial Bilateral Talks
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will hold bilateral talks with the Foreign Minister of Bhutan | Photo Credit: AP

In Brief:

  1. Official Invitation: Visiting Bhutan from September 16–17 at the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel.
  2. High-Level Engagements: Scheduled to receive a royal audience with King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and call on Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay.
  3. Bilateral Agenda: Holding extensive talks to review key partnerships, including infrastructure projects, energy, and developmental assistance under Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan.

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar arrived in Bhutan on September 16, 2026, for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening India's long-standing diplomatic and economic ties with the Himalayan kingdom. Hosted by Bhutanese Foreign Minister Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel, the visit features bilateral discussions on trade, cross-border connectivity, trans-border river management, and joint energy initiatives like the Punatsangchhu-I Hydroelectric Project. Beyond ministerial talks, Dr. Jaishankar is set to receive an audience with His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and hold discussions with Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, reinforcing New Delhi’s commitment to its "Neighbourhood First" policy.

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