Tshering Tobgay is Bhutan’s seventh Prime Minister and a prominent voice on sustainable development, climate leadership, and holistic wellbeing. A former civil servant and accomplished public administrator, he co-founded the People's Democratic Party and previously served as Prime Minister from 2013 to 2018 before returning to office in 2024. Known globally for articulating Bhutan’s unique development philosophy of Gross National Happiness, he has championed policies that balance economic progress with environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and social equity. Under his leadership, Bhutan has reinforced its commitment to remaining carbon-negative, strengthening climate resilience, protecting forests and watersheds, and advancing inclusive rural development. Prime Minister Tobgay is widely recognized for his compelling TED Talk and international advocacy on climate justice, the Himalayan “water towers,” and the vulnerabilities of small, mountainous nations.