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02/09/2026

2 September 2026: His Majesty The King granted an Audience to the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at Tashichhodzong today.

Dr. Amarasuriya is in Bhutan on the invitation of the Royal Government, to attend the first Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, held in Paro from 31 August - 4 September.

Bhutan and Sri Lanka established formal diplomatic relations in 1987, and have since nurtured friendly relations based on shared Buddhist values, mutual respect and goodwill.

02/09/2026

𝐁𝐡𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐍𝐑 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐥’𝐬 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬

Bhutan has contributed INR 100 million to Nepal’s Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund following the devastating floods of August 26 that claimed many lives and caused widespread damage.

The contribution was made upon the Royal Command of His Majesty The King as a gesture of solidarity and friendship with the Government and people of Nepal during the difficult period.

Maj. Gen. Vetsop Namgyel, Ambassador of Bhutan to Nepal, handed over the cheque to Dr. Surendra Thapa, Charge d' Affaires a.i. at the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi.

The contribution reflects the warm and longstanding relations between Bhutan and Nepal.

The Royal Government and people of Bhutan have extended their deepest sympathies and condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected by the disaster.

Bhutan has also expressed solidarity with the people of Nepal and conveyed its sincere wishes for the swift recovery and rehabilitation of the affected communities.

02/09/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝘂𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁

The Prime Minister attended the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit in Paro, held in the distinguished presence of the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya; former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon; former President of Ireland Mary Robinson; and more than 400 Bhutanese and international participants from over 60 countries.

The five-day summit, held from 31 August to 4 September 2026, is jointly hosted by the Royal Government of Bhutan, the Conscious Food Systems Alliance and UNDP under the theme “Activating the Heart of Food Systems Transformation.”
Addressing the opening, the Prime Minister invited participants to look beyond what is on their plates and recognise the people, resources and effort behind every meal.

“When we next sit down for a meal, perhaps we might pause for just a moment. And see not only what is on the plate, but everything, and everyone, behind it.”
The Prime Minister said a conscious food system must nourish people, secure dignified livelihoods for farmers, create opportunities for youth, strengthen the economy and protect the natural resources on which agriculture depends.

Highlighting Bhutan’s agrifood transformation, the AgriSustain Fund and the vision of Gelephu Mindfulness City, he emphasised that investment, knowledge, technology and markets must be guided by values—and that consciousness must translate into action.

At a time when hunger, malnutrition, climate change and biodiversity loss are placing increasing pressure on global food systems, the summit seeks to advance sustainable, equitable and regenerative approaches to how food is produced, valued and consumed.

29/08/2026

29 August 2026: His Majesty The King, Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, and Their Royal Highnesses Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel, Gyalsey Ugyen Wangchuck, and Gyalsem Sonam Yangden are in Gelephu Mindfulness City for the seventh round of the GMC volunteer programme.

Over 3,000 volunteers are participating in the three-day programme, which began on 28 August. Volunteers have been clearing overgrown brush and levelling and tidying up various parts of GMC, including Gelephu Old Town, the highway from Gelephu International Airport to Gelephu Town, and the site where 108 Jangchub Chortens will be built in a single day on 1 November 2026.

Their Majesties and Their Royal Highnesses visited the sites and met with the volunteers at work.

The 7th round of the GMC volunteer programme is set to conclude tomorrow.

28/08/2026

28 August 2026: His Majesty The King, His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Her Majesty The Queen, Their Majesties the Queen Mothers, and Members of the Royal Family lit a thousand butter lamps at the Grand Kuenrey of Tashichhodzong for the victims of the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal and China.

Prayers were offered in the memory of those who lost their lives, for those still missing, and for their grieving families.

The Prime Minister and senior government leaders joined the ceremony, together with Nepali citizens working in Bhutan.

27/08/2026

27 August 2026: His Majesty The King conferred Dakyen upon the Speaker of the National Assembly, the Home Minister, and the Minister for Energy and Natural Resources, formally appointing them to office. His Majesty also granted the Liwang Kabney to the Opposition Leader.

Tempa Dorji was conferred Dakyen as the new Speaker of the National Assembly. He was elected to the position at an Extraordinary Sitting of the National Assembly on 19 August, following the resignation of former Speaker.

Lungten Dorji was conferred Dakyen as the new Minister for Home Affairs, and Sonam Tashi as the new Minister for Energy and Natural Resources, both newly appointed to the Cabinet.

Dasho Pema Chewang, the Opposition Leader, was conferred the Liwang Kabney.

27/08/2026

Their Majesties The King and Queen are deeply saddened by the devastating floods that have struck Nepal and China, and by the tragic loss of so many lives.

The scale of the tragedy and the devastation it has left behind is heartbreaking. Their Majesties’ thoughts and prayers are especially with the families waiting for news of loved ones, and with all those whose homes and communities have been affected.

Bhutan shares in the sorrow of our neighbours. We pray for those who have lost their lives, for all those who remain missing, and for strength and comfort for all those facing the difficult days ahead.

22/08/2026

Prime Minister Visits Khotokha Gyalsung Academy

The Prime Minister visited the Khotokha Gyalsung Academy in Wangdue Phodrang today, where he met and interacted with the Gyalsups undergoing training.

Addressing the Gyalsups, the Prime Minister encouraged them to embrace their training with sincerity, discipline and wholehearted commitment, and to make the most of every opportunity the journey offers.

He reminded them that Gyalsung is a precious Royal Soelra from His Majesty The King, an opportunity for all Bhutanese youth to build a strong foundation for life through values, discipline, skills, perseverance and physical fitness.

The Prime Minister shared that those who have completed their Gyalsung journey often look back on it as one of the most meaningful and memorable experiences of their lives. He encouraged the Gyalsups to give their very best, so that they too may one day look back on this important chapter with pride, gratitude and cherished memories.

12/08/2026

The Prime Minister today graced the signing ceremony of the Shareholders’ Agreement between Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) and JSW Neo Energy Limited for the joint development of the 920 MW Punatsangchhu-III Hydroelectric Project, marking another important milestone in Bhutan’s growing energy partnership with the Indian private sector.

The Shareholders’ Agreement was signed by Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Managing Director of DGPC, on behalf of Druk Green Power Corporation Limited, and Sharad Mahendra, Joint Managing Director & CEO of JSW Energy, on behalf of JSW Neo Energy Limited.

The partnership is expected to contribute towards harnessing Bhutan’s vast renewable energy potential, strengthening energy security, and advancing sustainable economic growth for the mutual benefit of Bhutan and India.

11/08/2026

11 August 2026: Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen and Her Imperial Highness Princess Akiko of Mikasa graced a traditional Japanese sweet-making workshop.

Two chefs from Kyoto Wakuden, a renowned culinary establishment in Japan, showed Her Majesty, Her Imperial Highness, and participants from SELWA, the art of making wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets crafted to reflect the seasons and served alongside tea.

SELWA, a non-profit under the patronage of Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, works with people with disabilities and their caregivers, alongside partner organisations and government agencies, to build a more inclusive Bhutan, with better access to education, growth, and employment for all.

SELWA is working on setting up a café to be run by youth with disabilities, offering them employment, skills training, and a space to connect with the community. Today’s workshop, alongside introducing Japanese culture, opens the door to specialised skills that can find a place in the café’s offerings and similar initiatives ahead.

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