Thimphu: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the joint session of Bhutan's Parliament on the second day of his visit to the country, his first foreign trip after assuming office.
Here are the highlights of his speech:
Here are the highlights of his speech:
- Feel fortunate to address Bhutanese Parliament
- Bhutan has worked hard to establish democratic values
- Congratulate Bhutan's political family for securing development, protection of traditions and environment
- For the first time after India's independence, voters gave the BJP a clear mandate to serve the country. This is the power of democracy.
- A strong and prosperous India is necessary for the neighbourhood, especially SAARC nations
- India and Bhutan's relations are our cultural heritage
- We are one because we have kept our hearts open to each other... Our power draws from unity
- Our hearts are always open for friendly relations with neigbours... Change in government will not impact Indo-Bhutan ties
- Bhutan's smooth transition from political monarchy to a successful democracy is admirable
- Delighted that in 2014 Budget, Bhutan has devoted a lot of resources towards education. They are looking at future generations
- India has decided to help set up an e-library network in Bhutan
- When a country provides teachers to educate its society, it strengthens democracy
- If you walk a few steps ahead, we too feel like walking those steps ahead and supporting you
- India's satellite technology can be used for Bhutan's development. Our space technology can bring both countries closer
- India and Bhutan sharing culture and traditions will be beneficial for the youth
- The Himalayas bring us together. We must be very proud of the Himalayas. It is our strength
- I thought - all Himalayan states and Bhutan - can we not do a special sports meet on a regular basis? Sportsman's spirit brings happiness.
- Terrorism divides and tourism unites. Bhutan has rich potential for tourism to grow.
- I assure you that relations between India and Bhutan are very strong
- I thank the people of Bhutan for the warm welcome extended to me
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