The Bhutanese monarch said India's progress provides reassurance for the neighbourhood. The two countries also inked five agreements in areas of energy, pharma, space and more.
Modi is visiting Bhutan when the friendly neighbour is involved in boundary negotiations with China. It's the perfect time to understand what Bhutan's concerns are.
Govt is closely monitoring Bhutan’s border talks with China as it can impact New Delhi’s strategic interests because Beijing is eyeing Bhutanese territory bordering India.
China and Bhutan have agreed to fast-track talks over delimitation and demarcation of the border besides establishing diplomatic ties, which will have strategic implications for India
The border dispute-resolution talks between China and Bhutan have stirred anxiety in India, as the outcome could have far-reaching consequences for the region’s geopolitical landscape.
Visit will last 8 days, from 3 to10 November. Bhutan's border talks with China could impact India since they involve areas near India's borders that could fall into Chinese control.
The two countries have signed a cooperation agreement on the responsibilities and functions of the Joint Technical Team on the delimitation and demarcation of the border.
Foreign minister Jaishankar also spoke about proposal for rail link between Bhutan & Assam, besides another to let Nepal and Bangladesh use India's grids for cross-border power trade.
While the area of Chinese claims on the northern side of Bhutan are much larger compared to Doklam, the strategic significance of Doklam is what makes it indispensable for Beijing.
Bhutan PM Lotay Tshering refutes reports of Chinese villages being built on Bhutanese territory, says 'it is not for Bhutan alone' to settle Doklam issue.
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