BHUTAN

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Location: Landlocked country in the Eastern Himalayas.
Bordered by: India to the south and China to the north.
Capital: Thimphu
Official Language: Dzongkha
In the 17^th century, Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal unified Bhutan, establishing a dual system of government.
It transitioned from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy in 2008, with democratic elections.
Government: Semi-constitutional monarchy, with a king as head of state and a democratically elected parliament.
King: Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Prime Minister: Tshering Tobgay
It is known for its focus on Gross National Happiness (GNH) as a development measure.
Gangkhar Puensum is its highest peak and is the highest unclimbed mountain in the world.
It is a founding member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).
Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)

Overview of Bhutan

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King of Bhutan