The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Visit the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Bhutan, receiving a warm welcome from King Jigme and Queen Jetsun. The visit included cultural exchanges, such as a trip to a Buddhist temple, and highlighted Bhutan's unique focus on gross national happiness. Despite no formal political ties, the visit was seen as a diplomatic gesture. The couple engaged in local activities like archery, and the visit was intended to strengthen ties between the two constitutional monarchies, promoting Bhutan globally.

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