Visiting King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in New Delhi last evening. <br/><br/>Mr Modi hosted a dinner in the honour of the visiting dignitary, his wife and son. <br/><br/>The Bhutanese King and the Prime Minister reaffirmed their commitment to advance the relations across diverse sectors of cooperation. <br/><br/>The King conveyed appreciation for the support that India provides to Bhutan's socio-economic development. <br/><br/>Mr Modi also presented the Prince of Bhutan, an official football of the recently concluded FIFA U-17 World Cup and a chess set.<br/><br/>Earlier in the day, the Bhutanese King met President Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhawan. <br/><br/>Mr Kovind conveyed deep appreciation for the King's personal involvement and guidance and the support provided by Bhutan in addressing the recent situation in the Doklam area.<br/><br/>External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj also called on the King. The leaders exchanged views on bilateral cooperation as well as other issues of mutual interest.<br/><br/>Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu, senior Ministers and officials will call on the King during his stay in Delhi.<br/><br/>
News On AIR | November 2, 2017 7:31 AM
Bhutan King meets PM Modi