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Press Releases

Bhutan Serves Up History – Hosts Badminton Asia South Asia Regional Junior Championship 2025

Badminton Asia South Asia Regional Junior Championship 2025 Kicks Off in Bhutan

A historic moment for Bhutanese sport unfolded today as the nation welcomed the Badminton Asia South Asia Regional Junior Championship 2025 for the very first time. The week-long tournament, running from August 15 to 22 at the Bhutan Badminton Federation Hall in Bebena, Thimphu, features 61 junior athletes from Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka competing for regional glory.

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Bhutan Olympic Committee Welcomes Delegation from SEISA Group and Foundation for Global Children, Japan

Bhutan Olympic Committee Welcomes Delegation from SEISA Group and Foundation for Global Children, Japan

The Bhutan Olympic Committee (BOC) was honored to host Mr. Hiroako Ishida, International Program Manager, and Mr. Yosuki Ishii, Executive Director, from the Foundation for Global Children, Japan – an integral part of the SEISA Group – during their recent four-day visit to Bhutan.

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His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck Attends 60th International Swimming Hall of Fame Awards in Singapore

His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck, President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee and IOC Member, attended the 60th International Swimming Hall of Fame Awards in Singapore. The event honored global leaders in aquatic sports, including Dr. Husain Al Mussalam. During his visit, His Royal Highness held meaningful discussions with IOC President Mrs. Kirsty Coventry and H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, focusing on strengthening regional collaboration and promoting the Olympic Movement across Asia.

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His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck Unanimously Re-elected as President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee for the Term 2025–2029

His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck Unanimously Re-elected as President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee for the Term 2025–2029

His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck was unanimously re-elected as the President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee (BOC) for the term 2025–2029, during the General Assembly held today at the BOC Headquarters in Thimphu.

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HRH Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck Attends IOC Presidential Handover Ceremony and Olympic Day Celebrations

HRH Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck Attends IOC Presidential Handover Ceremony and Olympic Day Celebrations

His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck, President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee and Member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), attended the historic IOC Presidential Handover Ceremony and participated in the Olympic Day Celebrations held in Lausanne.

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