Permanent Mission of Bhutan to the United Nations Permanent Mission of Bhutan to the United Nations
The Kingdom of Bhutan and the Principality of Liechtenstein established diplomatic relations
through the signing of a Joint Communiqué in New York today, 2 June 2026.
The Joint Communiqué was signed by H.E. Ambassador Tenzin R. Wangchuk, Permanent
Representative of the Kingdom of Bhutan to the United Nations, and H.E. Ambassador Christian
Wenaweser, Permanent Representative of the Principality of Liechtenstein to the United Nations.
Following the signing ceremony, the two Ambassadors expressed confidence that the
establishment of diplomatic ties would build on the shared interest of the two countries and
further strengthen friendly relations, including through enhanced bilateral and multilateral
engagement.
With the establishment of diplomatic relations with Liechtenstein, Bhutan has diplomatic
relations with 59 countries and the European Union.