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India Reaffirms Commitment to Bhutan’s Development, Says FM S. Jaishankar
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🗓 18 Sep 2026, 07:46 AM
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said India remains firmly committed to supporting Bhutan's development.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated India’s steadfast support for Bhutan’s socio‑economic progress in a recent statement.
He highlighted the long‑standing partnership between the two neighbours, built on mutual trust, and affirmed that India will continue assisting Bhutan in infrastructure, trade and capacity‑building initiatives.
Jaishankar added that this commitment aligns with India’s broader regional strategy to promote stability and prosperity in South Asia, and that regular dialogues between the governments will address shared challenges.
He highlighted the long‑standing partnership between the two neighbours, built on mutual trust, and affirmed that India will continue assisting Bhutan in infrastructure, trade and capacity‑building initiatives.
Jaishankar added that this commitment aligns with India’s broader regional strategy to promote stability and prosperity in South Asia, and that regular dialogues between the governments will address shared challenges.