During the first day of the two day courtesy visit to the country, the FIFA (Federation International de’ Football Association) delegation led by the President, Mr. Joseph S. Blatter who was also accompanied by the Acting President of the AFC (Asian Football Confederation), Mr. Zhang Jilong were granted an audience with the King of Bhutan, His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.
Later the delegation called upon His Majesty’s representative and the President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee, His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck.
The delegation also met with the Prime Minister of Bhutan, Lyonchen Jigme Y. Thinley.

The ground breaking ceremony to install an artificial turf at the national stadium (Changlimethang stadium) took place earlier this morning. The occasion was graced by senior govt. officials and the members of the sporting body of the country.

The delegation left the country for Nepal today.