The Bhutanese Leading the way.
Their Majesties The King and Gyaltsuen were conferred honorary doctoral degrees by Chulalongkorn University, Thailand at a ceremony held at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok on 22 December 2025.
His Majesty was awarded the Doctor of Philosophy in International Development Studies in recognition of visionary leadership in advancing peace, inclusive development, good governance, youth empowerment, and innovative national initiatives, as well as in strengthening international engagement and Bhutan–Thailand relations
Her Majesty was conferred the Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology and Anthropology in recognition of distinguished service in promoting social well-being, environmental conservation, public health and mental well-being, inclusion of persons with disabilities, and grassroots economic development.
Founded in 1917, Chulalongkorn University is Thailand’s oldest and leading institution of higher learning, with a long tradition of academic excellence and close educational ties with Bhutan.
During the visit, Their Majesties took part in the conferment ceremony, attended academic and cultural programmes, and later visited King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital.
