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Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck

King of Bhutan since 2006

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Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck: King of Bhutan since 2006
Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is the King of Bhutan. His reign began in 2006 after his father Jigme Singye Wangchuck abdicated the throne. A public coronation ceremony was held on 6 November 2008, a year that marked 100 years of monarchy in Bhutan.

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Committed to advancing 'unique partnership': PM to Bhutan king

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As China woos Bhutan, Delhi & Thimphu pledge to boost ties

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Bhutan King begins three-day visit to Assam, offers prayer at Kamakhya Temple

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Amid China overtures, king of Bhutan arrives in India today

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Focus on security as PM Modi meets Bhutan king

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Bhutan king on 3-day India visit from tomorrow

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