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Former prime minister of Bhutan, Tshering Tobgay co-founded the People's Democratic Party. He has also been the opposition leader of Bhutan for 5 years. Educated in Kalimpong in India, Tobgay also boasts of a master’s degree from Harvard University. A TED speaker, he advocates for Gross National Happiness.
Jigme Thinley is a Bhutanese politician who served as the country's prime minister from 2008 to 2013. The recipient of several prestigious honors, such as the Druk Thuksey medal, Coronation medal, and Druk Wangyal medal, Jigme Thinley has been an important politician for Bhutan over the years.
Jigme Palden Dorji was a Bhutanese politician best remembered for his service as the first Prime Minister of Bhutan from 1952 to 1964. Jigme Palden Dorji brought about many changes in Bhutan, which antagonized the religious institutions and the military. Consequently, he was assassinated on 6 April 1964 at the age of 44.
Khandu Wangchuk is a Bhutanese political figure best known for his service as the Prime Minister of Bhutan on two occasions; from 2001 to 2002 and again from 2006 to 2007. An important political leader, Khandu Wangchuk also served as the Foreign Minister of Bhutan from 2003 to 2007.
Sonam Tobgye is a Bhutanese jurist who served as the Chief Justice in the Bhutanese High Court between 1991 and 2009. He also served as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Bhutan between 2010 and 2014. From April to July 2013, Sonam Tobgye also served as the Chief Advisor of Bhutan.
Kinzang Dorji is a Bhutanese politician best known for his service as the Prime Minister of Bhutan on two occasions between 2002 and 2008. An important politician, Kinzang Dorji has also held other prominent positions, including the office of the Ministry of Works and Human Settlement.
Lhendup Dorji was a Bhutanese political leader best remembered for his service as the Acting Prime Minister of Bhutan from 25 July to 27 November 1964. A member of the famous Dorji family, Lhendup Dorji was also an avid hunter and excelled in tennis, golf, and boxing.
Sangay Ngedup is a Bhutanese politician best known for his service as the Prime Minister of Bhutan on two occasions between 1999 and 2006. In 1998, he was honored by His Majesty the King with the prestigious Orange Scarf. In 2015, Sangay Ngedup received excellence in public health award from the World Health Organization.
Yeshey Zimba is a Bhutanese political leader best known for his service as the Prime Minister of Bhutan on two occasions; from 2000 to 2001 and again from 2004 to 2005. Yeshey Zimba has also held other prominent positions, including the office of the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Trade and Industry, and Ministry of Works and Human Settlement.
