Change in the name of the Ministry

A tendrel ceremony was held on December 30, 2022 to mark
the renaming of the Ministry as the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs and External Trade, in accordance
with Chapter 2, Section 8 of the Civil Service
Reform Act of Bhutan 2022. This aligns with the
mandate of the Ministry to enhance, coordinate and
lead economic diplomacy activities with a stronger
focus on economic interest, science, technology and
innovation. The ceremony was graced by Hon’ble
Foreign Minister Dasho (Dr.) Tandi Dorji.

mfa.gov.bt-Press Release