The Bhutanese Leading the way.
Lyonchhen Dasho Tshering Tobgay inaugurated the Asia Visionary Summit 2026 at Dungkar Dzong in Paro on Friday.
The three-day summit, held under the theme “Enlightened Prosperity”, brings together distinguished leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, innovators and thinkers from Bhutan, Asia and around the world.
The inaugural day featured conversations with internationally recognised personalities, including actor and philanthropist Jet Li, former CEO and CFO of On Martin Hoffmann, investment leader Hiro Mizuno, and BEENEXT founder Teruhide Sato. The discussions explored a range of issues, including long-term investment, human flourishing, education in the age of artificial intelligence, mindfulness, technology and the role of innovation in shaping a more human-centred future.
The programme also featured a conversation between Jet Li and Jada Li with Curtis S. Chin, senior fellow and Chair of Milken Institute. The session focused on the journey to inner freedom, alongside sessions examining the relationship between technology, creativity and human potential. A significant announcement during the summit was the establishment of a five-year partnership between the Asia Visionary Summit and Nova Sky Stories. The partnership marks a continued collaboration to bring innovative drone light shows and creative technology experiences to Bhutan.
The summit’s discussions are organised around three chapters: The Inner Frontier, The Age of Intelligence and The Living Earth. Together, these themes explore the relationship between human consciousness, technological advancement and environmental responsibility.
The second day of the summit, on November 7, will continue with discussions on institutional development, sustainable cities, artificial intelligence, regenerative economies, longevity and regenerative agriculture.
The Asia Visionary Summit will conclude on November 8 with the Raven Concert at Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, featuring international and Bhutanese artists, alongside Bhutan’s first drone light show.
