Bhutan King arrives in New Delhi

(New Delhi):The King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck arrived here this morning and is expected to meet President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in the evening. During his six-day trip, beginning today, he is likely to discuss issues of bilateral importance and is expected to sign an agreement on trade and commerce and hydro-electricity generation. He is also scheduled to meet Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi. Prince of Bhutan, Namgyel Wangchuck, who is set to take over as Bhutan's king in 2008, will also be accompanying the King, along with the Minister of Trade and Industry, Lyonpo Yeshey Zimba.