India-Bhutan exchange several MoUs and agreements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with His Excellency Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister of Bhutan, in Thimphu. 

The two leaders engaged in comprehensive discussions covering various aspects of the strong bilateral relationship between India and Bhutan. They identified potential areas for further collaboration, including renewable energy, agriculture, youth exchange programs, environmental and forestry initiatives, and tourism. India and Bhutan share a long-standing and exceptional bond characterized by deep trust, goodwill, and mutual understanding at all levels.

Prior to their meeting, Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Tobgay witnessed the exchange of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements. These agreements cover key sectors like energy, trade, digital connectivity, space exploration, agriculture, and youth development. The exchange of these MoUs paves the way for enhanced cooperation between the two nations.

1. MoU on general supply of Petroleum Oil Lubricants (POL) and related products from India to Bhutan    
2. Agreement for recognition of official control exercised by Bhutan Food And Drug Authority (BFDA) by Food Safety and Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI)    
3. MoU on cooperation in the field of Energy Efficiency and Energy Conservation measures    
4. MoU on cooperation in Sports and Youth    
5. MoU on cooperation concerning sharing reference standard, pharmacopoeia, vigilance and testing of medicinal products    
6. Joint Plan of Action (JPOA) on Space Cooperation    
7. Renewal of MoU on Peering Arrangement between National Knowledge Network of India (NKN) and Druk Research And Education Network of Bhutan

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Published date : 23 Mar 2024 05:00PM