The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck paid an official visit to India.
The visit of the King of Bhutan is in keeping with the long standing tradition of regular high-level exchanges between the two countries.
Both the countries remain in close coordination over all security matters
The bilateral talks covered the entire gamut of bilateral ties including issues of respective national interests.
It was agreed that India would step up its support to Bhutan’s upcoming 13th Five Year Plan.
At Bhutan’s request, India decided to extend an additional standby credit facility (SCF).
First ever rail link between India and Bhutan
India will try to expedite the proposed Kokrajhar-Gelephu rail link project.
When completed this would be the first ever rail link between India and Bhutan.
In the field of hydro-power
India has agreed to an upward revision of the tariff of the Chhukha hydro-electric project.
This is the oldest hydro-electric project with Bhutan and is of great significance.
