Her paternal great-grandfather was lord of the eastern province of Tashigang, and her maternal grandfather … In March 2009, the first significant project under his Monarchy, the ‘National Cadastral Resurvey’ was launched with the objective of addressing the issue of excess land, which concerns domestic life of all Bhutanese. ", Bringing to mind the serene joys of sunshine and spring blossoms, the newest edition of the monthly desktop calendar features this radiant photograph of Their Majesties with His Royal Highness The Gyalsey, infront of the splendid cherry tree at the Tashichhodzong. #HisMajesty #KingJigmeKhesar #KingofBhutan #HerMajesty #QueenJetsunPema #Gyaltsuen #hisroyalhighness #GyalseyJigmeNamgyel #PrinceofBhutan #Trongsa #NationalDay #Bhutan #celebrations #happiness, A post shared by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema (@her_majesty_queen_of_bhutan) on Dec 17, 2016 at 12:28pm PST. ‘Kidu’ schemes include providing educational aid to poor students, medical aid to senior citizens, state land to landless farmers and overseeing and assisting victims of natural disasters. We celebrate July with this precious photograph of our King and Prince in a glowing field of maize in Dungkhar, Lhuentse. Her Majesty then studied International Relations, at the Regent’s College in London. You can find our Community Guidelines in full here. On July 18, 2008, his reign saw the first elected parliament adopting the ‘Constitution of Bhutan. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck became the fifth 'Druk Gyalpo' (king of Bhutan) on December 9, 2006, at the age of 26, after his father Jigme Singye Wangchuck abdicated the … He also studied at the ‘Wheaton College’ in Massachusetts. Her Majesty Jetsun Pema began her early in Thimphuand later moved to the Lawrence School in Himachal Pradesh, India. In 2011, the 21-year-old commoner Jetsun Pema married the 31-year-old King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. He attended the ‘27th UN General Assembly’ held on May 8, 2002, on behalf of Bhutan. Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck (འཇིགས་མེད་གེ་སར་རྣམ་རྒྱལ་དབང་ཕྱུག་, Wylie: jigs med ge sar rnam rgyal dbang phyug), born 21 February 1980, is the current reigning Druk Gyalpo or "Dragon King" of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Every district has a Dzongkhag Kidu Officer who is responsible to collect the applications of the people and appeal to His Majesty directly. The Montreal Protocol has been the most successful environment treaty of the United Nations, and the only one to receive universal endorsement- where 197 member states unanimously came together to phasing out chemicals that were damaging the Ozone Layer. Encouraged by his father, he travelled to different countries as the ‘Crown Prince’ and attended several international events representing Bhutan and its people. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Meet Jetsun Pema, the youngest queen on the planet. King Jigme Singye Wangchuck of Bhutan This article is the intellectual property of Unofficial Royalty and is not to be copied under any circumstances. Bhutanese can approach ‘Kidu’ by sending applications to the ‘Office of the Royal Chamberlain’. King Jigme Khesar married Jetsun Pema in October 2011, in Punakha Dzong, followed by a public celebration in Thimphu and Paro. These brand-new photos of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s family are totally frame-worthy. Speaking about his wife, the king once told local reporters: "I have been waiting for quite some time to get married. I am certain I am married to the right person.". Hundreds of thousands more watched His Majesty's Address on television and online. In 2006, King Jigme Singye Wangchuk abdicated the throne in favor of his eldest son, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. Bhutan king Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck visits Varanasi Rupee shortage, loans challenges for new government: Bhutan king Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck Trending in Panache Virat Kohli Sonu Sood Kangana Ranaut Ved Mehta Elon … Khesar is the eldest son of the fourth Dragon King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, and his third wife, Queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon. These brand-new photos of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s family are totally frame-worthy. However, her family apparently has long-term links with the royals. Dignitaries and senior officials from the government, UN and private sector also attended the event, which organized by National Environment Commission (NEC). The World Red Cross & Red Crescent Day is observed globally on the birth anniversary of the founder, Henry Dunant, a Swiss businessman born in 1828. Pictured: the King and Queen of Bhutan in Japan in 2019 She took the throne at the age of 21 in 2011, when she married King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan, now 37. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, 40, and Queen Jetsun Pema posted a selection of photographs on Instagram yesterday ahead of the 12th anniversary on 1 November. Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck Biography, Life, Interesting Facts. Traditionally attired Bhutanese dancers smile during the coronation ceremony of the 5th King of … The lesson from the success Protocol is being used in efforts to achieve similar collective action for climate change today. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. This biography profiles his childhood, life, reign, achievements and timeline. The King can also be approached directly while on his road trips, when he meets probable appellants along the roadway. But it doesn't matter when you get married as long as it is to the right person. Some Lesser Known Facts About Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck King Jigme is the King of Bhutan, who was first known as “Prince Charming” and has now been acclaimed the “People’s King.” He is also titled as the Dragon King of Bhutan. He succeeded his father Jigme Singye Wangchuck, who formally renounced the throne in favour of his son. Jetsun Pema is the second eldest of five children. ", The entire country is glowing emerald with lush fields of paddy and maize in the balmy summer months. King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, 4th Dragon King of Bhutan was born on November 11, 1955, at Dechencholing Palace in Thimphu, Bhutan. After taking over the reign, in pursuit of democratization of Bhutan, His Majesty started to preside over the parliament in its last sessions. Please continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates. He has a younger sister, Princess Ashi Dechen Yangzom, and brother, Prince Gyaltshab Jigme Dorji, as well as four half-sisters and three half-brothers. Crops begin to ripen, and all hands are busy in the villages, tending to the farms. Refrigeration and Air Condition equipment (RAC) was also handed over to Ministry of Labour and Human Resources to assist the RAC curriculum. image caption Jigme Khesar is the fifth in a line of hereditary rulers who have reigned in Bhutan for the last 100 years. Her Majesty Jetsun Pema joined His Majesty the King on several of his royal visits to various parts of Bhutan before their wedding. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. ‘DeSuung Training Programme’, a military style training programme was initiated by him in 2011 at the behest of the youth in view of acquiring skills to tackle emergencies. On October 13, 2011, he married Jetsun Pema in Punakha Dzong and bestowed her with the Crown of the Druk Gyaltsuen received from the sacred ‘Machhen Temple’ of the Dzong, thus formally proclaiming her as the ‘Queen of the Kingdom of Bhutan’. He granted Nu.100 million for the ‘Dzong Reconstruction Fund’ from the Armed Forces. Last year on Zhabdrung Kuchoe, His Royal Highness The Gyalsey received the name Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck. by Scott Mehl Ki… From June 12 to 13, 2006, he participated at the ‘60th Anniversary Celebrations’ of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej in Bangkok, which was attended by royals from several countries. The ‘Crown Prince’ addressed the issue regarding welfare of children across the globe, in front of world leaders, in his first ever speech to the United Nations. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck was with his wife Queen Jetsun Pema and their two children Crown Prince Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck and Prince Ugyen Wangchuck. His Majesty is patron of several institutes and associations including ‘Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry’, ‘European Convention of Bhutan Societies’, ‘Oxford Centre for Buddhist Studies’, ‘Bhutan Scouts Association’, ‘Bhutan India Friendship Association’ and ‘India Bhutan Foundation’. He then moved to the United Kingdom and studied at the ‘Magdalen College’, ‘University of Oxford’ earning a degree in ‘Foreign Service Programme’ (FSP). Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck was born on 21 February 1980 in Kathmandu, Nepal, to King Jigme Singye Wangchuck and his third wife, Queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon (the current Queen Mother). Major Works. #HerMajesty #QueenJetsunPema #HappyBirthdayYourMajesty #QueenofBhutan #beautiful #June #Bhutan, A post shared by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema (@her_majesty_queen_of_bhutan) on Jun 3, 2017 at 7:39am PDT. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan is taking a page from Kate Middleton ’s parenting book and sharing snapshots of his adorable 6-month-old son — … His younger brother is Prince Jigme Dorji and younger sister is Princess Dechen Yangzom. In February 2007, His Majesty signed a new friendship treaty with India, thus replacing the one of 1949. Her Majesty's eternal grace and service to the nation alongside His Majesty The King inspires and uplifts us everyday. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. A Coffee Table book on 25 Years of Partnership for Environment Conservation, documenting the achievements of the last 25 years, was launched during the event. Despite her royal duties, she appears to be a hands-on mother. The couple apparently share a love of art. Manmohan Singh and his wife Smt. Thereafter he went to Massachusetts and attended boarding schools. The popular king, also a young monarch, studied at Oxford University. He also strives in developing the civil service, education and business sectors and continues to tour to meet especially the younger generation to inspire them in building up an advanced nation. He is the Chancellor of the ‘Royal University of Bhutan’. Read the original article on Business Insider UK. In the 34 years of Jigme Singye Wangchuk’s reign, Bhutan has seen unprecedented socio-economic and cultural growth. I am certain I am married to the right person. The empress has held her position since 2011, Pema and her partner married in 2011 Getty Images, The queen had an extravagant wedding which included framing a giant portrait of her and her husband Getty Images, The wedding was attended by many Getty Images, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}, Meet the world's youngest queen, 27-year-old Jetsun Pema of Bhutan, • The secret code cabin crew use to point out attractive passengers, • The 17 cities where the world's richest people want to live, • A 2018 ranking of universities worldwide, You may not agree with our views, or other users’, but please respond to them respectfully, Swearing, personal abuse, racism, sexism, homophobia and other discriminatory or inciteful language is not acceptable, Do not impersonate other users or reveal private information about third parties, We reserve the right to delete inappropriate posts and ban offending users without notification. He has supported many new government initiatives to empower the system keeping in view the democratic transformation. Before taking the throne, the queen attended Regent's College in London, where she studied international relations, psychology, and art history. In a rare privilege for an outsider, the author joins the royal family at the coronation of Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the new ruler of the … His Majesty was born on February 21, 1980 to Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the fourth ‘Dragon King’ of Bhutan, and his third wife, Queen Tshering Yangdon, as their eldest son. http://yellow.bt/calendar-april-2016/ #KingJigmeKhesar #QueenJetsunPema #TheGyalsey #Tashichhodzong #Bhutan #Love #Spring #Blossoms #Beautiful, A post shared by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema (@her_majesty_queen_of_bhutan) on Mar 31, 2016 at 6:55am PDT. The twenty six year old prince became a sensation, especially among female admirers, so much so that the Thai media gave him the epithet, ‘Prince Charming’. 8 May 2017: Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen graced the launch of the Bhutan Red Cross Society, coinciding with the International Red Cross & Red Crescent Day. He maintains the ancient tradition of ‘Kidu’ that manifests the reign of Dharma King who carries on his holy duty of taking care of the people. It is a Dzongkha title bestowed to the heir apparent of the Monarchy of Bhutan. He is the son of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck and Ashi Kezang Choden Wangchuck.. Jigme Singye was educated privately in Bhutan in both traditional and Buddhist studies. His Royal Highness The Gyalsey is one-month-old on 5th March. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, 40, with his wife Queen Jetsun Pema, who, at 30, is the youngest queen in the world. The royal visits involve interacting with local people, students and public servants. In commemoration of the anniversary, the Motithang Park in Thimphu was declared an ‘Ozone Park’. The launch was attended by the Prime Minister Lyonchhen Tshering Tobgay, Her Excellency Annemarie Huber-Hotz, the Vice President of the International Federation of Red Cross & Red Crescent, as well as the regional heads of the IFRC and ICRC. He then became a student at the … He first joined the ‘Phillips Academy’ there and later attended the ‘Cushing Academy’ from where he completed his graduation in 1999. Protecting the Ozone Layer remains an important endeavor, and these efforts have been bolstered by Her Majesty’s support as the UNEP Ozone Ambassador. The BRCS is part of a network of the movement with 190 countries having an establishment of a Red Cross or a Red Crescent National Society. After his father Jigme Singye Wangchuck abdicated the throne in his favour, he became King on 9 December 2006. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. http://www.blogcdn.com/news.aol.jp/media/2012/02/jigme-khesar-namgyel-wangchuck-823-022012.jpg, http://www.abc.net.au/news/image/196338-3x2-940x627.jpg. The couple — who have a 1-year-old son, Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck — have both studied in England, share a love of art, and were once dubbed the Will and Kate of The Himalayas. Her siblings are two brothers, Thinlay Norbu and Jigme Namgyel, and two sisters, Serchen Doma and Yeatso Lhamo (the eldest, who is the wife of the king's brother, Prince Gyaltshab Jigme Dorji Wangchuck). Colours and scents overwhelm visitors to markets that are overflowing cornucopias of fruits and vegetables. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. He married his wife in October 2011, with the couple welcoming their first child in February 2016. Jetsun Pema became queen of the kingdom of Bhutan in October 2011, at just 21, when she married 31-year-old King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan, also known as the Dragon King. With the support from Thimphu Thromde, the park has been remodeled into an ozone advocacy park, providing information on ozone history and countries’ initiatives for ozone layer protection ever since the ozone hole was discovered in early 1980s. #HerMajesty #QueenJetsunPema #QueenofBhutan #MontrealProtocol #Environment #UNEP #OzoneAmbassador #OzonePark #Thimphu #Bhutan, A post shared by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema (@her_majesty_queen_of_bhutan) on Nov 6, 2017 at 7:34am PST. Jigme Singye Wangchuck, འཇིགས་མེད་སེང་གེ་དབང་ཕྱུག་, (born 11 November 1955) is the former king of Bhutan (Druk Gyalpo) from 1972 until his abdication in favor of his eldest son, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, in 2006. His official coronation was done in Punakha on November 1, 2008 in a grand coronation event, which was graced by the presence of thousands of dignitaries from around the world. In April 2016, the king and queen welcomed the duke and duchess of Cambridge on a royal visit. 4 March 2016: Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen with Her Majesty The Royal Grandmother and His Royal Highness The Gyalsey. Dragon King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, 35, announced in November that his wife Jetsun Pema, 25, is pregnant with a son On New Year's Day, they shared a …

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