Prime Minister meets King of Bhutan in Thimphu

During an official visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya had an audience with His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on September 02 at the Tashichhodzong in Thimphu.

Their cordial discussion centred on Bhutan’s future development priorities and on opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.

His Majesty expressed Bhutan’s interest in drawing on Sri Lanka’s experiences and expertise in areas relevant to its development plans. The discussion also covered promoting investment between the two countries, including the possibility of establishing an investment zone in Bhutan.

The two sides exchanged views on demographic challenges facing Bhutan, including the increasing migration of young people and its impact on the country’s population and future workforce.

The meeting highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation and sharing experiences and best practices in support of the sustainable development of both countries.