What happened
On October 4, 2025, India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay in Thimphu to discuss a broad range of issues, including connectivity, hydropower, trade, and people-to-people ties. During his visit, Misri also met Bhutan’s King and Foreign Minister, reaffirming the long-standing tradition of high-level exchanges between the two neighbours.
Why it matters to India
The visit reinforces India’s deep strategic and developmental partnership with Bhutan. Strengthening cooperation in hydropower and connectivity aligns with India’s regional goals of sustainable energy security and cross-border integration. It also underscores India’s continued role as Bhutan’s key development partner and its commitment to fostering stability and progress in the Himalayan region.