Press Release

H.E. Mr. Nadir Patel, Ambassador of Canada to Bhutan called on Lyonpo Damcho Dorji, Hon’ble Foreign Minister at the Gyalyong Tshokhang yesterday. Ambassador Patel is on a four day visit to Bhutan from 26-29 June 2017. Ambassador Patel is accompanied by official delegation from the Canadian High Commission, New Delhi.

Lyonpo and Ambassador Patel discussed on various area of cooperation to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries. Among other things, Ambassador Patel expressed his commitment to further strengthen the collaboration in the education sector and promoting contacts at the political levels.

Ambassador Patel is in Bhutan to mark Canada’s legacy in Bhutan and build the strong relationship and shared values between the two countries as Canada celebrate its 150th anniversary of Confederation this year. Ambassador Patel hosted dinner reception at the Taj Tashi to mark the occasion.

Ambassador Patel received an audience from Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen. Ambassador Patel also called on Hon’ble Lyonchhen and other senior officials of the Royal Government of Bhutan.