India
PM leaves for Bhutan tomorrow, aims at strengthening relationship
New Delhi | Thursday, May 15 2008 IST
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh leaves on a two-day visit to Bhutan tomorrow, hoping to shape a bilateral relationship based on the solid foundations of the past and building on each other's national interests in the 21st century. In a statement issued on the eve of of his departure, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that the visit would reinforce this unique relationship and that both countries would continue to work together for the economic benefit and prosperity of the two peoples. ''The visit will give me an opportunity to convey to their Majesties and the Prime Minister of Bhutan our desire to shape a relationship that builds upon the solid foundations of the past and responds to each other's national interests and aspirations in the 21st century,'' Dr Singh said. During the visit, the Prime Minister will dedicate the 1020 MW Tala hydro-electric project, built with Indian assistance, to the people of the Himalayan kingdom and lay the foundation stone for the 1095 MW Punatsangchhu hydel station. Dr Singh will hold talks tomorrow with King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk and his father, King Jigme Singye Wangchuk, who had abdicated in favour of his son some time ago. He will also have discussions with Prime Minister Lyonchen Jigme Y Thinley on various issues of mutual interest, including India's development cooperation with Bhutan. -- (UNI) -- 15DI44.xml
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