24 December 2021: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭
Channel: Druk Phuensum Tshogpa
Date: 24/12/2021

The State of the Nation Report: 24 December 2021.

Prime Minister Lyonchhen Dasho Dr. Lotay Tshering tabled the Annual Report on the State of the Nation to the Joint Sitting of the House today.

Reflecting on His Majesty the King's Address to the Nation on 17th December, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance and responsibility of each individual to strengthen good governance. The Prime Minister also mentioned that it is the responsibility of the government of the day to redeem the faith and embrace the ability and the willingness to deliver. He urged all to revive the true essence of good governance and work hard to fulfill His Majesty's aspirations reiterating that promoting and strengthening good governance has to be a combined and concerted effort of all.

He said that it was not befitting to present the Annual Report at this juncture and submitted that a comprehensive report would be presented next year to the House.

The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to His Majesty the King for the wise guidance to the Government and the country at all times, particularly in fighting against the Covid-19 pandemic. He also expressed his gratitude to Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen, all monastic bodies led by His Holiness the Je Khenpo, the volunteers including the three Armed Forces and De-suups for their support during the Covid-19 pandemic. He also thanked the people for rendering all the necessary cooperation and support during the difficult times. 

The Prime Minister also congratulated those individuals and institutions who had received awards from His Majesty the King on the National Day in recognition for their hard work in serving the country.


source: NABhutan.