Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade RGOB
The Royal Government of Bhutan celebrated the 81st anniversary of establishment of the United Nations today by lighting a thousand butter lamps and offering prayers at the Tara Lhaden Zhingkham Lhakhang in Thimphu. Commemorated as the United Nations Day, it marks the entry into force of the UN Charter and formal creation of the United Nations on 24 October 1945.
The Hon’ble Finance Minister Lyonpo Lekey Dorji graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event was also attended by Heads and officials of the UN agencies in Bhutan and other members of the diplomatic corps and senior officials of the Royal Government.
Acknowledging the UN’s invaluable contributions to Bhutan, Lyonpo expressed gratitude to the UN family for its support in advancing sustainable development, strengthening community resilience, and ensuring that no one is left behind in Bhutan’s development journey.
Bhutan became a member of the United Nations on 21 September 1971 and since then, the UN remains an important development partner.
