Gelefu:The Prime Minister of Thailand, Anutin Charnvirakul, participated in the opening ceremony of the 108 stupas project in Gelefu, Bhutan. This event highlights the enduring friendship and trust between Thailand and Bhutan. During his visit, the Prime Minister also had an audience with the King and Queen of Bhutan.
According to Thai News Agency, the event took place at 900 AM Bhutan local time, with the Prime Minister and his wife, accompanied by a delegation, attending at the invitation of the Bhutanese government. Anutin Charnvirakul was the only foreign leader present at this significant occasion.
Project 108 is an initiative by His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the 5th King of Bhutan, to construct and enshrine 108 Changshub stupas along the Mawlhu River near Gelephu. This project aligns with Bhutan's philosophy of prioritizing spiritual well-being and quality of life, marking Gelephu as a significant landmark in the development of Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC).
The participation of the Thai Prime Minister in this project underscores the close relationship between Thailand and Bhutan. It also provided an opportunity for Thailand to observe the development concept of Gelephu, which aims to be a model city focusing on sustainability, quality of life, and economic development.
Following the ceremony, the Prime Minister and his delegation met with His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen of Bhutan. The delegation is scheduled to depart for Paro and return to Thailand later in the day, with an expected arrival time of 800 PM.