The Secretary-General met today with the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bhutan, H.E. Mr. Lyonchoen Tshering Tobgay.

The Secretary-General commended Bhutan’s achievements in democratic transition and sustainable development. He also expressed his appreciation for Bhutan’s contribution to UN peacekeeping operations. The Secretary-General and the Prime Minister discussed Bhutan-UN cooperation in advancing the global agenda, including sustainable development, climate change and conservation, and the need for appropriate and timely financing in all these areas.