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External affiars minister Jaishankar reaches Bhutan, meets PM Tshering
Updated On: 07 June, 2019 05:37 PM IST | | mid-day online desk
As Minister, Jaishankar visiting Bhutan in his first foreign trip reflects the importance India attaches to its northern neighbour, said one of the ministers from Bhutan

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar greeted by Bhutan's Foreign Minister Tandi Dorji on his arrival in Bhutan Pic/Twitter S. Jaishankar
On June 7, 2019, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who is on a two-day visit to Bhutan, met Prime Minister Lotay Tshering and discussed bilateral relations between the two neighbouring countries. This is Jaishankar's first foreign trip after he assumed charge of the Ministry. Upon arrival, he was received by his Bhutanese counterpart Tandi Dorji.
Thank you, Your Majesties. Eagerly look forward to visiting Bhutan again and continue working for further strenthening our unique bilateral partnership. pic.twitter.com/6VbPrFPaei
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 6, 2019
Great to be back in Bhutan!
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 7, 2019
Touched by the warm and sunny welcome! Thank you @FMBhutan Tandi Dorji pic.twitter.com/h7Jpktnz33
"Constructive conversation with a close partner. EAM @DrSJaishankar called on @PMBhutan Dr. Lotay Tshering and conveyed PM @narendramodi's greetings. High-level exchanges and engagements have further enhanced our bilateral connections," Raveesh Kumar, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, tweeted.


