The 14^th RTM began with an inaugural session held on 12^th March, during which the Honourable Prime Minister Lyonchhen (Dr.) Lotay Tshering delivered the inaugural address. Introductory remarks were also delivered by H.E. Mr. Achim Steiner, UNDP Administrator and UN Under-Secretary General, and co-chair for the 14^th RTM.

The second day of the 14^th Round Table Meeting (RTM) is underway at the National Convention Centre in Thimphu. In his opening remarks, co-chair for the 14^th RTM, H.E. Lyonpo (Dr.) Tandi Dorji, touched upon the socio-economic progress made by Bhutan over the past decades, and the remaining social, economic and environmental challenges. He underscored the importance of partnerships to address these issues, while also expressing Bhutan’s gratitude to its development partners for their strong and continued support.

A thematic session on National Development Priorities looked at key aspects of the 12^th Five Year Plan and SDG Integration, presented by the Secretary of the GNH Commission. The session saw discussions on key achievements, challenges, and priorities going forward in the 12^th FYP, which is the transition Plan to LDC graduation.

A side event highlighting community development through projects funded by development partners was also organized. The event was inaugurated by H.E. Lyonpo (Dr.) Tandi Dorji, Foreign Minister, co-chair for the 14^th RTM and H.E. Mr. Achim Steiner, UNDP Administrator and UN Under-Secretary General, and co-chair for the 14^th RTM.