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INDIA-BHUTAN FRIENDSHIP TREATY
The Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the Kingdom of Bhutan:
Reaffirming their respect for each other's independence, sovereignty and territorial
integrity; Recalling the historical relations that have existed between our two countries;
Recognizing with deep satisfaction the manner in which these relations have evolved
and matured over the years into a model of good neighbourly relations;
Being fully committed to further strengthening this enduring and mutually beneficial
relationship based on genuine goodwill and friendship, shared interests, and close
understanding and cooperation; Desiring to clearly reflect this exemplary relationship
as it stands today; And having decided, through mutual consent, to update the 1949
Treaty relating to the promotion of, and fostering the relations of friendship and
neighbourliness between India and Bhutan;
Have agreed as follows:
Article 1
There shall be perpetual peace and friendship between India and Bhutan.
Article 2
In keeping with the abiding ties of close friendship and cooperation between
Bhutan and India, the Government of the Kingdom of Bhutan and the
Government of the Republic of India shall cooperate closely with each other
on issues relating to their national interests. Neither Government shall allow
the use of its territory for activities harmful to the national security and
interest of the other.
Article 3
There shall, as heretofore, be free trade and commerce between the
territories of the Government of Bhutan and the Government of India. Both
the Governments shall provide full cooperation and assistance to each other
in the matter of trade and commerce.
Article 4
The Government of India agrees that the Government of Bhutan shall be free
to import, from or through India into Bhutan, whatever arms, ammunition,
machinery, warlike material or stores as may be required or desired for the
strength and welfare of Bhutan, and that this arrangement shall hold good for
all time as long as the Government of India is satisfied that the intentions of
the Government of Bhutan are friendly and that there is no danger to India
from such importations. The Government of Bhutan agrees that there shall
be no export of such arms, ammunition and materials outside Bhutan either
by the Government of Bhutan or by private individuals.
Article 5
The Government of Bhutan and the Government of India agree that
Bhutanese subjects residing in Indian territories shall have equal justice with
Indian subjects, and that Indian subjects residing in Bhutan shall have equal
justice with the subjects of the Government of Bhutan.
Article 6
The extradition of persons wanted by either state for crimes and for unlawful
activities affecting their security shall be in keeping with the extradition
agreements between the two countries.
Article 7
The Government of Bhutan and the Government of India agree to promote
cultural exchanges and cooperation between the two countries. These shall be
extended to such areas as education, health, sports, science and technology.
Article 8
The Government of Bhutan and the Government of India agree to continue
to consolidate and expand their economic cooperation for mutual and longterm
benefit.
Article 9
Any differences and disputes arising in the interpretation and application of
this Treaty shall be settled bilaterally by negotiations in a spirit of trust and
understanding in consonance with the historically close ties of friendship
and mutually beneficial cooperation that form the bedrock of Bhutan-India
relations.
Article 10
This Treaty shall come into force upon the exchange of Instruments of
Ratification by the two Governments which shall take place in Thimphu
within one month of the signing of this Treaty.
The Treaty shall continue in force in perpetuity unless terminated or
modified by mutual consent.
In witness whereof, the undersigned being duly authorized thereto by their
respective Governments, have signed this Treaty.
Done at New Delhi on the Eighth Day of February Two Thousand and
Seven, in two originals each in Hindi, Dzongkha and English languages,
each text being equally authentic. However, in case of difference, the
English text shall prevail.
For the Government of For the Government of
The Republic of India the Kingdom of Bhutan
Sd/- Sd/-
(Pranab Mukherjee) (H.R.H.Trongsa Penlop
Minister of External Affairs Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck)
The Crown Prince of Bhutan
The Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the Kingdom of Bhutan:
Reaffirming their respect for each other's independence, sovereignty and territorial
integrity; Recalling the historical relations that have existed between our two countries;
Recognizing with deep satisfaction the manner in which these relations have evolved
and matured over the years into a model of good neighbourly relations;
Being fully committed to further strengthening this enduring and mutually beneficial
relationship based on genuine goodwill and friendship, shared interests, and close
understanding and cooperation; Desiring to clearly reflect this exemplary relationship
as it stands today; And having decided, through mutual consent, to update the 1949
Treaty relating to the promotion of, and fostering the relations of friendship and
neighbourliness between India and Bhutan;
Have agreed as follows:
Article 1
There shall be perpetual peace and friendship between India and Bhutan.
Article 2
In keeping with the abiding ties of close friendship and cooperation between
Bhutan and India, the Government of the Kingdom of Bhutan and the
Government of the Republic of India shall cooperate closely with each other
on issues relating to their national interests. Neither Government shall allow
the use of its territory for activities harmful to the national security and
interest of the other.
Article 3
There shall, as heretofore, be free trade and commerce between the
territories of the Government of Bhutan and the Government of India. Both
the Governments shall provide full cooperation and assistance to each other
in the matter of trade and commerce.
Article 4
The Government of India agrees that the Government of Bhutan shall be free
to import, from or through India into Bhutan, whatever arms, ammunition,
machinery, warlike material or stores as may be required or desired for the
strength and welfare of Bhutan, and that this arrangement shall hold good for
all time as long as the Government of India is satisfied that the intentions of
the Government of Bhutan are friendly and that there is no danger to India
from such importations. The Government of Bhutan agrees that there shall
be no export of such arms, ammunition and materials outside Bhutan either
by the Government of Bhutan or by private individuals.
Article 5
The Government of Bhutan and the Government of India agree that
Bhutanese subjects residing in Indian territories shall have equal justice with
Indian subjects, and that Indian subjects residing in Bhutan shall have equal
justice with the subjects of the Government of Bhutan.
Article 6
The extradition of persons wanted by either state for crimes and for unlawful
activities affecting their security shall be in keeping with the extradition
agreements between the two countries.
Article 7
The Government of Bhutan and the Government of India agree to promote
cultural exchanges and cooperation between the two countries. These shall be
extended to such areas as education, health, sports, science and technology.
Article 8
The Government of Bhutan and the Government of India agree to continue
to consolidate and expand their economic cooperation for mutual and longterm
benefit.
Article 9
Any differences and disputes arising in the interpretation and application of
this Treaty shall be settled bilaterally by negotiations in a spirit of trust and
understanding in consonance with the historically close ties of friendship
and mutually beneficial cooperation that form the bedrock of Bhutan-India
relations.
Article 10
This Treaty shall come into force upon the exchange of Instruments of
Ratification by the two Governments which shall take place in Thimphu
within one month of the signing of this Treaty.
The Treaty shall continue in force in perpetuity unless terminated or
modified by mutual consent.
In witness whereof, the undersigned being duly authorized thereto by their
respective Governments, have signed this Treaty.
Done at New Delhi on the Eighth Day of February Two Thousand and
Seven, in two originals each in Hindi, Dzongkha and English languages,
each text being equally authentic. However, in case of difference, the
English text shall prevail.
For the Government of For the Government of
The Republic of India the Kingdom of Bhutan
Sd/- Sd/-
(Pranab Mukherjee) (H.R.H.Trongsa Penlop
Minister of External Affairs Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck)
The Crown Prince of Bhutan
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