King Jigme, Queen Jetsun Pema and the Royal Family of Bhutan 1: Ending 2021

Biri · May 23, 2019

How colorful theSeat of Bhutanese Parliament is!

eya · May 31, 2019

Ista · May 31, 2019

He's an adorable little boy, definitely not a baby any more!

Countessmeout · Jun 2, 2019

eya said:
Happy June to all from this cutie!!! His Royal Highness The Gyalsey!! How he grow up!!

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Wow he is becoming a little man

I love these monthly calendars. Both a look into the beautiful country but also the family pictures we often get.

Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen graced an event today to commemorate 2nd June, which marks the Coronation of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, and has been traditionally celebrated in Bhutan with an environment theme.

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A bit more about the celebrations.

This year they commemorated a new waste management strategy in honor.

From the queen's facebook page

It is a pleasure to be here today for the launch of the ‘National Waste Management Strategy’.
This launch is an important and timely milestone in our country’s continued efforts to remain a sustainable Nation, with the aim to manage and produce the least possible amount of waste in the years to come. Of vital importance to this objective is the commitment and engagement required from all public and private institutions and offices, as well as every citizen of Bhutan.
Today, we are witnessing an exponential increase in waste generation, especially in urban areas. I am aware of and disheartened by the growing scale of garbage that we find on the roads, in drains and along footpaths in and around urban centres. As a result, during the monsoon season, rain water contaminated with waste from clogged drains overflow onto our streets and rivers. Besides creating dire health hazards for our communities, the waste eventually finds its way into oceans, and the consequences are far-reaching and global. That this occurs in spite of the persistent emphasis on the issue of waste management continues to be a cause of grave concern.
The outcome of our neglect has only one path – the gradual degradation of our natural heritage. This has been protected for generations by deliberate and carefully thought out policies that were created under the visionary leadership of His Majesty The Fourth Druk Gyalpo, and continues to be sustained under the progressive guidance of His Majesty The King. According to our country’s Constitution, it is the mandate of every citizen to protect our pristine environment for the benefit of present and future generations. If today, we fail to consider the deeper and far reaching consequences of our behavior and ignore our civic duties, then we are failing the ideals upon which our country has been so conscientiously built.
Yet, I know that these are concerns that all of us share. These challenges require a responsive change in the collective mindset, to truly grasp the increasing threat of waste and the profound consequences that our actions have on our environment, biodiversity and climate.
I am glad to see principals of various schools across Thimphu present here today. Educators and all of us as adults, bear a responsibility to ensure that our young students understand the importance of their personal involvement in this initiative. The future which we shape by our decisions today will be lived by their generation. Therefore, encouraging young minds to be actively involved in creating and achieving the objectives we aspire for together is crucial.
As I have said before, consistency remains key in ensuring the success of our endeavours and our activities should not be limited to events such as these. I was very pleased to hear that the taxi drivers in Thimphu carry recycled thrash bags made out of old school uniforms, to prevent and reduce littering by passengers and commuters. I commend them for this wonderful initiative. I would also like to thank the Government agencies, CSOs and individuals who remain committed to the cause of waste management and environmental preservation. Your tireless efforts to do what you can in raising awareness and promoting behavioral changes for the reduction and management of waste is deeply appreciated.
While such efforts continue, it is important for us to realize that the responsibility to keep our country clean does not fall upon a single organization or entity. It is imperative that we work together, as every individual can make a difference.
Today, let us renew our pledge to fulfill our individual duties to keep our surroundings clean and aesthetically pleasing, the benefits of which will extend to a sense of well-being and happiness that we all undoubtedly feel in beautiful spaces.
It is my personal view that we can ensure positive transformations if we work together, but it is integral to act now, for any delay will be too late and the damage to our environment would be irreversible.
I would like to end with a quote from His Majesty which summarizes everything that I have just said:
"Where we live must be clean, safe, organised, and beautiful, for national integrity, national pride, and for our bright future. This too is nation building."
Thank you and Tashi Delek!

Its a fitting celebration of the former king. During his reign, Jigme Singye (current king's dad and 4th king) was a huge supporter of environmental preservation. Work he has continued since his son took the throne. He introduced several national parks during his reign, and the study of environmental studies to the school system among other things.

HereditaryPrincess · Jun 7, 2019

eya said:
Happy June to all from this cutie!!! His Royal Highness The Gyalsey!! How he grow up!!

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Don't know how I missed this! Little Jigme is so precious - I want to squeeze his cheeks ? Hard to believe he's only just three.

theroyalfly · Jul 9, 2019

Prince Jigyel graced the Opening Ceremony of 12th Leadership Training for Scouts. This will be 3 week leadership training starting from July 8th to July 27th.

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King Jigme granted an audience to the Scouts attending the 12th Leadership Training Programme at Tencholing.

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Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi is likely to pay a visit to Bhutan in early August as part of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy as announced by Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale on Friday.

**https://www.instagram.com/p/B0NuX0elH-_/

theroyalfly · Aug 1, 2019

Prince Hisahito is scheduled to do a 10-day visit to Bhutan later this month and it will be the first overseas trip of the 12 year old Japanese Prince.

He will be accompanying his father, the Crown Prince. However, officials say that the Crown Prince and Prince Hisahito will travel in separate planes as a precaution.

**https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2...ong-parents-leave-bhutan-aug-16/#.XUL9f-gzbIU

gerry · Aug 7, 2019

eya said:
The King offered prayers and a thousand butterlamps at Simtokha Dzong this morning 7 August, in memory of Her Excellency Sushma Swaraj, the former External Affairs Minister of India. Her Excellency passed away in Delhi last evening.

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I am curious why the Bhutanese court would commemorate the death of an Indian minister. Does anyone know? :ermm:

theroyalfly · Aug 7, 2019

gerry said:
I am curious why the Bhutanese court would commemorate the death of an Indian minister. Does anyone know?

Perhaps they have forged good friendship with her. It is to note that the late External Affairs Minister called on the Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, who, along with Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuk and Prince Jigme Namgyal Wangchuon during their four-day goodwill visit to India in late 2017.

JR76 · Aug 7, 2019

gerry said:
I am curious why the Bhutanese court would commemorate the death of an Indian minister. Does anyone know?

It says in the Instagram post that during her tenure as a Minister of External affairs Ms Swaraj worked closely with Bhutan and "has been a friend of Bhutan, and contributed to strengthening the relations between our two countries".

eya · Aug 9, 2019

The King today 9 August Granted an Audience to the Graduates of the Royal Institute of Management on the eve of their Convocation Ceremony.
Before the Royal Address, the King spent time interacting with the graduates and hearing their concerns and insights about the trajectory of our progress and the future of our country.

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Countessmeout · Aug 9, 2019

Beautiful photos. I need to visit this thread more often.

gerry said:
I am curious why the Bhutanese court would commemorate the death of an Indian minister. Does anyone know?

India and Bhutan have always always had a close 'special' relationship. It is said that she played a big role during her time as minister in continuing to promote that. Its not odd they would remember her IMO.

I always remember her greeting them and the little prince in India.

https://www.financialexpress.com/ph...ushma-and-sitharaman-will-steal-your-heart/2/

gerry · Aug 9, 2019

Countessmeout said:
Beautiful photos. I need to visit this thread more often.

India and Bhutan have always always had a close 'special' relationship. It is said that she played a big role during her time as minister in continuing to promote that. Its not odd they would remember her IMO.

I always remember her greeting them and the little prince in India.

https://www.financialexpress.com/ph...ushma-and-sitharaman-will-steal-your-heart/2/

thanks for the pictures and explanation! Clearly the relationship is an important one for both counties. :flowers:

eya · Aug 17, 2019

Heavs · Aug 17, 2019

Thank you. What a colourful and interesting looking ceremony.

theroyalfly · Aug 18, 2019

Royal entourage at Paro Airport welcomed Prince Hisahito and the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Japan.

Princess Sonam Dechen with the Crown Princess.
**Pic 1**

Princess Dechen Yangzom and Princess Euphelma Choden with Prince Hisahito.
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eya · Aug 18, 2019

Heavs said:
Thank you. What a colourful and interesting looking ceremony.

theroyalfly · Aug 22, 2019

The Kingdom of Bhutan has greeted His Holiness The Je Khenpo or the "The Chief Abbot of the Central Monastic Body of Bhutan" in his birthday today.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B1c9BKVlinu/

Queen Mother Dorji Wangmo of Bhutan formally inaugurated the 10th Mountain Echoes - Bhutan Festival of Arts, Literature and Culture.

Schedule of Activities:
Mountain Echoes literary festival | Aug 17, 2019 Paro | Aug 22-25, 2019 Thimphu |

https://www.instagram.com/p/B1fk3eBlUZb/

eya · Aug 28, 2019

Today 28 August Queen Jetsun Pema graced the launch of SELWA, an organization that will support and complement programs for people with disabilities in Bhutan.

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Happy September to all!!

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A takin- the national animal of Bhutan, at the Motithang Takin Preserve, Thimphu for this month calendar!

eya · Sep 12, 2019

eya · Sep 18, 2019

Digital portrait painting of HRH the Gyalsey!!

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Her Royal Highness Ashi Kesang Wangmo Wangchuck as Royal Parton of Bhutan Cancer Society graced the "Run to Give 2019" a fund raising run for Bhutan Cancer Society in the Capital today.

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Happy October to all!!!

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The October Calendar features a photograph of a masked dancer performing the Ging- Tsholing Cham at the Thimphu Tshechu. The chams are sacred dances performed by monks, with religious themes and messages. In this dance, the Tsholing, wearing the red masks with fierce expressions, represent demons.
The Thimphu Tshechu and a number of other religious festivals, fall in October

The King granted today Dashain Tika to the people of the Hindu community at the Devi Panchayan Mandir in Thimphu Kuenselphodrang. Hundreds of people from across the country gathered at the Mandir to receive Tika and blessings from the King.

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HereditaryPrincess · Oct 8, 2019

I didn't realise there was a Hindu community in Bhutan; but given the demographics of the country it makes sense. Nice to see that the King and Queen visited them.

eya · Oct 13, 2019

Today 13 October The King granted an Audience to the 36th Batch DeSuung volunteers, who are scheduled to commence their training from tomorrow.

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And Happy 8th Wedding Anniversary today to the most beautiful Royal Couple!

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Countessmeout · Oct 13, 2019

eya said:
Today 13 October The King granted an Audience to the 36th Batch DeSuung volunteers, who are scheduled to commence their training from tomorrow.

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And Happy 8th Wedding Anniversary today to the most beautiful Royal Couple!

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I often forget these two were married in 2011, a big year of royal weddings. William and Kate, Albert and Charlene, Zara and Mike, and these two. Two reigning sovereigns and one future sovereign.

Happy anniversary to a wonderful couple. I always love seeing updates on them. And the amazing photos.

Hard to believe that Jetsun is not even 30. She was a very young royal bride by modern standards. But she seems to have done the job beautifully.

I always wonder if/when we will hear another announcement.

eya · Oct 14, 2019

On 14 October the King granted an Audience to the students of Sherubtse College in Kanglung.

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Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck, as President of Bhutan Olympic Committee is currently in Doha, Qatar attending the XXIV General Assembly of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC).

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Oo 19 October the King granted NCRP Land Kidu to 8532 beneficiaries of Paro Dzongkhag at the Rinpung Dzong. The Kidu is part of a nationwide land reform initiated upon Royal Command in 2007. Following the National Cadastral Resurvey of the entire country, His Majesty has granted land and exemption of fines in 18 Dzongkhags. Over 137,745 acres of land has been granted to 131,801 beneficiaries across Bhutan.

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The King , Queen and the little Prince have a meeting in Tokyo with the Prime Minister of Kuwait

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Susan D · Oct 22, 2019

I think that Queen Jetsun Pema was the most beautiful woman at the Japanese enthronement. Empress Masako also looked beautiful and the usual beauty pageant ladies: Maxima, Mathilde, Mary et alia.

HereditaryPrincess · Oct 24, 2019

Cute to see little Jigme there. He's getting tall!

eya · Oct 25, 2019

Countessmeout · Oct 26, 2019

eya said:
The Gyalyum Sangay Choden Wangchuck, Queen Mother Bhutan receives recognition and appreciation for 20 years of advancing the rights and providing choices to women and girls in Bhutan.
She was presented with the award by the UNFPA on United Nations Day, at the Tara Zhingkham Lhakhang in Thimphu.

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Drukair’s brand new ATR 42-600 touched down at Paro International Airport on the morning of 26 October. The ATR 42-600, registered as JNW in honor of Gyalsey, was received in a traditional ceremony attended by the Chief Guest, Ashi Dechen Yangzom Wangchuck.
Her Royal Highness, along with dignitaries from other agencies, graced a 30 minute mountain flight.

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What a wonderful honor. She founded RENEW back in 2004, and is president.

https://renew.org.bt/

I always find it interesting that in Bhutan they don't distinguish between the queens. All four wives are called Queen Mother, not simply the one who is the king's actual mother. Sangay is the king's youngest aunt (well of the 4 sisters who married the former king, there are 6 sisters in total). Her son was the third born son of the king.

eya · Nov 1, 2019

Happy November to all!!!

His Royal Highness The Gyalsey in Japan. HRH is wearing a Kimono presented by the Japanese Imperial Family Their Majesties and His Royal Highness visited Japan for the Enthronement Ceremony of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito in October this year.

Adore!!!!

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The Royal Grand Mother Kesang Choeden Wangchuck inaugurated the Gyalyum Kesang Choeden Wangchuck National Eye Centre in Thimphu.

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