Why it is in the news
On 16 September 2026, External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar began an official visit to Bhutan, holding talks with Bhutan's Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel at Wangduechhoeling Palace, Bumthang. The two ministers laid the foundation stone of the Lunana Hydropower Project (Gasa) and inaugurated India-assisted health and connectivity projects; a Royal Audience with King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and a call on Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay were also on the itinerary.
The exam angle
Issue: Sustaining India's pre-eminent partnership with Bhutan as Bhutan diversifies its economy and settles its boundary with China.