EAM S Jaishankar to embark on 3-day visit to Bangladesh, Bhutan

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will embark on a 3-day visit to Bangladesh and Bhutan beginning today. He will arrive in Dhaka today. In Bangladesh, Dr Jaishankar will call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in Dhaka. He will also hold discussions with Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen. 

Dr Jaishankar's Bangladesh visit may be seen in the context of frequent bilateral high-level visits and exchanges particularly as both sides commemorate fifty years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. His last visit to Bangladesh was in March 2021.

Sr Jaishankar will be Bhutans first high-level visitor from abroad since March 2020, reflecting the great importance both



countries attach to this bilateral relationship. 

During the visit, the External Affairs Minister will receive an audience with the King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. He will also call on Prime Minister Lyonchhen Dr. Lotay Tshering, and meet his Bhutan counterpart Lyonpo Dr. Tandi Dorji.

India and Bhutan share a unique and time tested bilateral relationship, characterized by utmost trust, goodwill and mutual understanding. During the visit, the two sides will discuss all issues of mutual interest, including the upcoming high-level exchanges, economic development and hydro-power cooperation.