Bhutan building Mindfulness City to create jobs, lure young Bhutanese home from abroad

[@Manuel-i7v2u]

"Nature is not something to be conquered. It's something to be respected" So true. ❤

[@glaznflip1501]

The opposite is a widely European colonial mindset that nature is meant to be extracted. Many indigenous societies mainly in the South Pacific had this exact same values that the land is sacred meant to be taken care of .

[@py_a_thon]

There is a phrase from I think Navajo, that almost literally translates into something like "Life out of balance" Koyaanisqatsi. (Also, it is the name of an excellent experimental film where the music is provided by Phillip Glass at the peak of his 1980's weirdness lol).

[@i_love_tibet7001]

❤❤❤

[@emgregory528]

❤️

[@tw8464]

This. The Truth.

[@btnn3534]

You could tell the people who run Bhutan are not politicians. These men are leaders. They put their people first and foremost. Hope to visit this wonderful country someday. Best wishes Bhutan.

[@rigzinyangdol2889]

For any country to prosper in all aspects of life,the politicians have to be kept away,they are the poison in the society. If the Bhutanese succeed in re building their nation economically but keeping their idea of gross national happiness index as a forefront while doing so the children who left the country are sure to return because in today's world what you need is peace and happiness which Bhutan has but needs to further build on it .

[@yoginilynneh]

Well said

[@tenzinthinley9791]

Thank you!

[@DonaldShifflett-b6z]

Unlike so called leaders in the usa.

[@YeshiLhendupFilms]

On behalf of all Bhutanese, we are immensely proud and grateful to witness our King's vision for Bhutan materializing in the Gelephu Mindfulness City project. This inspiring initiative is a testament to His Majesty's unwavering dedication to creating a better future for Bhutan and the world. Seeing our beloved country featured on 60 Minutes fills us with immense pride. We extend a warm welcome to people from all corners of the globe to experience the beauty, tranquility, and profound spirituality of Bhutan 🇧🇹

[@py_a_thon]

There was a very beautiful film I saw recently called: 'The Monk and the Gun". Such an awesome movie. Thank you for that film.

[@RElse-fu2or]

@@YeshiLhendupFilms I Hope that the international community will give your King all the respect he deserves and that his forward thinking will help to push the world in similar directions. Wish you all continued success.

[@soymilkman]

Weird. Monarchies are kinda like, really bad actually.

[@py_a_thon]

@@soymilkman Every social construction of power dynamics has various pitfalls attached to it. I tend to agree that monarchy is a dangerous and possibly even easily exploitable system in the modern world due to the lack of checks and balances. However, for very small nation such as Bhutan...perhaps a modified monarchy is exactly what they should do.

[@Postelnikov]

@@py_a_thon nope

[@kinleypenjor1596]

I am one of the Bhutanese youths guilty of the exodus. But I would state that as westerners yearn for the mountains and prayers and solace, which bhutanese have, so does the youth of bhutan for beaches, city skylines and financial freedom. Yet, I still consider my choice a downgrade and waiting out to finish my study here to serve my country diligently. I'm globally competent because my country made me locally mindful. Long live my Druk Gyalpo🙏🙏🙏

[@i_love_tibet7001]

@@kinleypenjor1596 Well thought ❤️

[@worklaughplay]

No need to feel guilty. (Not all that wander are lost.) life runs in circles, often ending up where you began.

[@Utoko]

"Grass is always greener on the other side". Smartphones and social media show some shiny great world. You can't capture the things which bring longterm happiness as well as shortterm shiny things.

[@Slayasit]

"I'm globally competent because my country made me locally mindful." - What a beautiful sentence🙏🏽

[@rajinnnn]

After seeing both the world.. it's your free will to choose 🙏

[@GurpreetSingh-et8ix]

One of the best 60 min segments in years.

[@InsidiousSwede]

This is a KZbin video, meaning 60 Minutes has finally realized that's the content people want.

[@AmandeepSingh-ck9xd]

It's so nice to see a leader care so deeply for his people and his country. I love the way their leaders care about preserving nature and keeping their future generations from leaving. I hope to visit this country soon.

[@gadamis]

I started tearing up when that woman explained why she decided not to move away. Great coverage. Thank you!

[@YbarboCabrera]

She has hope in her eyes. I really hope together they can build a better Bhutan and show the rest of the world what is possible. 🙏🏼

[@osam6356]

Same man.

[@yeuemxuatdoi]

Me too

[@meredithheath5272]

Same!! ❤

[@mohammedmurtaza3257]

Same...

[@Kahayuman]

Oh my god im crying knowing theres this part of the world which is great and liveble and has values connected to nature and goodliness of self

[@papayongba]

You should visit 👍

[@tsfamily1651]

I want to move there!

[@Postelnikov]

Country is beautiful (people even more beautiful), but hold your thoughts. It is easy to be negative about CO2 when you do not produce anything. Plus, there is a really big problem with plastic waste there. It is everywhere. I think they try really to be green, but civilization always brings its problems with benefits. But you definitely should travel there.

[@brianarbenz1329]

Don’t believe it. I know two Bhutanese activists who say the Gross National Happiness idea is phony PR by an oppressive government.

[@michelleyamamotoart]

ha ha, I am crying too!!

[@tenzinnamgyal2411]

As a Tibetan, I have so much respect for Bhutan and how much they respect their land and nature. I hope Bhutanese around other countries will go back to their homeland and help their country preserve and protect their land and people.

[@Algimantaz]

How is the situation in Tibet in comparison?

[@chichimamakokomashey1563]

@@Algimantazquite the opposite since Tibetans have no say in the politicking and while the economy may have m grown substantially, Tibetan land is heavily mined and exploited for the economic boom that China has seen. Tibet has become a giant Disneyland to greater Chinese population, traveling for exotisme, unconscious to the plight of Tibetans.

[@akalucubene]

What is mined bro please. There are only hydro electric dams there ​@@chichimamakokomashey1563

[@tenzinnamgyal2411]

Forget about preservation of the Tibet land, Chinese communist don’t care about our freedom of speech. We can’t even wave our flag. Our kids are being forced to learn Chinese languages. China is trying wipe out Tibet identity at our core which is our cultures, traditions and religion. China is a very country greedy. They want to claim everything is their lol. Their own people don’t want to be under their communist regime, that’s why Taiwan and Hong Kong exist if I am correct

[@stj971]

​@chichimamakokomashey1563 FREE TIBET!

[@Mangalasharma-s6c]

Hello, My name is Mangala Sharma, I am a Bhutanese American. I was glad to see my Country of Birth highlighted by CBS -60 minutes last week. I watched with pride as well as sadness. Proud, I agree with everyone in the comment that it is a beautiful Country, but felt very sad because such prestigious media surprisingly did not mention about the history behind that currently empty land where the elephants were roaming. .Gelephu, the home of the Future Mindfulness City was the second most populated district in South Bhutan. We should know that 33 years ago, about 40,000 people including my family, were uprooted from that area, many of them were tortured in prisons, girls were raped, people's houses were burnt down and were forcefully evicted . Their land were taken by the Government of Bhutan. We lived in refugee camps in Nepal for over 20 years and now majority of us are resettled in the USA. I would like to request CBS 60s and other media to help us to tell our part of the story .

[@dolcelauretta]

Up

[@merciart3090]

So now they wish to bring back what was taken?

[@AVERYCK77]

I am so shocked. How such a huge american media shouldn't mention a single word about it. I am so sad to read that members of your family and friends may have been forced to leave their land and move. You did write "tortured", "wrapped", right ? Like I aint sure of what I have just read for it is so unbelievable after watching such a dreamland non balanced reporting. Does this mean the all thing is fake ? Why the american straight talk journalist didnt say a single tiny word about what you write ?

[@crookedrivermo]

Mangala, I feel very sorry for you and your people who were wrongfully removed. This is horrible. I can't believe 60 minutes didn't report it. I looked it up, and what you say is true. The truth makes the whole story look like nothing more than a commercial for Bhutan. I added a comment to help raise awareness. I don't know what else I can do to help.

[@shannonfoster5459]

Hope to boost your story. Sorry to hear this was missed in the reporting.

[@rez8976]

I am from the philippines and i envy your leaders. The fact that the king himself asked for cooperation made me teary. The fact that it was your leaders who pushed democracy into your government made me realize how much they love its people and the country. That last clip where the king was talking to bhutanese people in australia is very heart-warming. I envy leaders that has the heart to truly serve. I love my country but corruption here is sickening and is done on broad daylight. I wish to have a country like yours. I pray that your country be prosperous in the coming decades while remaining beautiful. Bhutan is now listed on my bucketlist i hope to visit it soon. Cheers

[@ALTAJR-07]

Not only just Corruption but also NEPOTISM.Iit always shocks me to learn of such and such Former ACTOR, ACTRESS, SINGER, ATHLETE getting Elected as Mayors, Governors, Senators, to Congress and even their Spouses and Children, Grandchildren....ALL UNQUALIFIED to even run a Sari Sari Store much more a City or Province. The Current President and Vice President are literally Posters for NEPOTISM.

[@tralala3997]

true the rain!!😭 ever since princess and I ng kathniel na curios na ako sa Bhutan, then I started learning about their country, then I was so amazed kasi sila talaga yung naging reference sa utak ko na sana ganito yung pinas, na mas inuuna talaga yung mga tao😢

[@01havana]

I spent 5 years of my childhood growing up in Chukha and Tsimalakha. My father was part of the earlier group of civil engineers from India who worked on Bhutan’s Hydro Electric Project. It is a thrill for me to see the success of that project. We loved our stay in Bhutan and it is heartwarming to see the course the country has taken. The Bhutanese people are so lucky to have such thoughtful leaders and king. I wish this little gem of a country much success.❤

[@JeffJohnson_123]

In which year you stayed there. Because I am also from Chukha. Great to know this anyways ❤❤

[@01havana]

Hi Jeff, So nice to meet you. We were there from 1975- 1978. Moved to Tsimalakha later. Our house was close to the Wangchuk river. Only have beautiful childhood memories of our stay there.

[@sergioreyes835]

For those of us who have visited Bhutan and experienced its culture, hospitality, and values, this report is both inspiring and hopeful. We deeply wish for their progress, but above all, for their traditions to be preserved. For the good of humanity may the Bhutanese continue to thrive in happiness!

[@beautiful777lie]

I traveled there for a month in 2011 and I can honestly say it changed my spirit and soul for the better. I hope the tenderness of Bhutan never changes.

[@stj971]

🙏

[@grantcaldwell1582]

Who would want to visit Bhutan? India, Nepal, China, they too have mountains and some Himalayan aesthetics. They also don't put on a regalia show (which does not belong in the 21st century), nor charge you a small fortune just for a few day long visa. In Bhutan, you can't even like, go around alone. You need some guide as a chaperone. So lame.

[@kleinbrynbaranfrande]

I wish success to this wonderful nation!

[@geoms6263]

they have bitcoin.

[@Lynn-uf4ip]

Me too. I think they are on to something there; that happiness is not just of the mind but also of the soul.

[@scottthethird5677]

​@@geoms6263 Apparently we do. Give a brother some. XD Happy as fk but could do with some doe.

[@jamtshokmedia5081]

And Bhutan ranked 4th in bitcoin holding.

[@jaked5144]

I’m currently in India, flying to Bhutan in just nine hours for a ten day tour. So excited to learn from this beautiful country! Update: I cried walking out of the plane. It’s impossible to put into words how beautiful it is here.

[@KeldenChuki]

Welcome to Bhutan 🇧🇹 and all the best..

[@minervacranes8594]

I wish i can travel go there

[@i_love_tibet7001]

Wish you have a great stay...... its a very blessing Kingdom. ❤

[@gloriapalmer6629]

I am one of the lucky Americans who has visited Bhutan. It is one of the most amazing and peaceful places I have ever been. It is clean and the people extremely friendly. I wish them prosperity and all the happiness they can create.

[@stj971]

I would love to visit and live there!

[@quangpham1138]

These Bhutanese truly live their lives following one of the Buddha’s teachings with wisdom, compassion, and peace.

[@i_love_tibet7001]

In fact, Our Second Buddha, Guru Padmasambhava had blessed this peaceful Kingdom in the 8th Century. They have many precious, holy site and stories...... for those who wish to learn about Vajrayana Buddhism. Its mind boggling......🙏🪷☸️🪷😇🌈

[@stj971]

❤️🙏❤️​@@i_love_tibet7001

[@grantcaldwell1582]

Lol

[@grantcaldwell1582]

​@@i_love_tibet7001 No, it's not. Religion teaches you to hate life.

[@darinamoon5896]

As someone in the war zone, I feel happy and jealous that there are people that have their priorities straight in life. I usually get angry when I see money made on blood being spent on useless things, partying, Dubai, Grammys etc.. COP where 65000 people who flew in there try to convince the world that plastic is the problem, not wars they are waging. But this.. this is so precious, trying to take care of happiness, actual wellbeing, their people.. i don't know.. I sometimes don't want to live, but it makes me happy knowing there are people actually living a full life. I hope I get a chance to visit and pay respect to this beautiful country. Thank you for the episode.

[@dee-mt4ds]

Lots of Best wishes n prayers from Bhutan ❤

[@Dale697]

Most welcome

[@darinamoon5896]

@@dee-mt4ds thank you.

[@i_love_tibet7001]

@@darinamoon5896 I suggest you should explore on Buddhist teaching, its a blessing for all being.

[@stj971]

​@@i_love_tibet7001👍🙏👍

[@hoopzista]

I am in tears coz of envy on how excellent their leaders are 😢 PS....that quote "nature is not to be conquered but it is to be respected hits hard for mountain climbers ☺️🙏

[@jameshaddan8538]

I was in Bhutan a few weeks ago…actually, when the King was visiting Australia. I got a bit emotional seeing places that Leslie was visiting, that I also had visited…and hearing from the Bhutanese leaders and citizens. I’m hopeful that this wondrous place will continue to see prosperity and happiness…it certainly has left its mark on my heart.

[@kailashpradhan7452]

i lived and worked in Bhutan from 2004 -09 and had a ringside seat during its transition to democracy. It was unhurried and well thought through. the transition, though tumultous in nature was smooth yet enthusiastic on ground. the governments subsequently elected seem clean and effective with a very low level of corruption. Bhutan seemed well on the way to an amazing future and that the government could do no wrong, It was bewildering and sad to hear about the exodus of young Bhutanese to Austrialia post covid. The twist in the tale is that it's forcing them to think out of the box and Bhutan has now conceptualised the GMC and the ‘1nation, 2systems’ concept. moving ahead yet holding on. Continuity and change. Great documentary btw. 'I bet the king loves this' !!

[@fusion9619]

Wow, that must have been an amazing experience! How did you do it? I thought Bhutan was closed to foreigners moving there. I wanna go...

[@kailashpradhan7452]

@@fusion9619 the bhutanese can / could get yearly permits for foreigners to work for them. This job literally landed out of nowhere when i needed it. truly an amazing experience and something I'm grateful for. You could try applying as a volunteer with one of the ngos there [tarayana foundation was one]. Many came through jobs stints with development agencies like undp jica, snv, gtz, dandia etc. i’m sure the new city will open things up if you're patient. Marrying a bhutanese is an option :)

[@kailashpradhan7452]

@@fusion9619 the bhutanese can / could get yearly permits for foreigners to work for them. This job literally landed out of nowhere at a time when i needed it. truly an amazing experience and something I'm grateful for. You could try applying as a volunteer with one of the ngos there [tarayana foundation was one]. Many came through jobs stints with development agencies like undp jica, snv, gtz, dandia etc. i’m sure the new city will open things up if you're patient. Marrying a bhutanese is an option :)

[@KailashForTadong]

@@fusion9619 the bhutanese can / could get yearly permits for foreigners to work for them. This job literally landed out of nowhere at a time when i needed it. truly an amazing experience and something I'm grateful for. You could try applying as a volunteer with one of the ngos there [tarayana foundation was one]. Many came through jobs stints with development agencies like undp jica, snv, gtz, dandia etc. i’m sure the new city will open things up if you're patient.

[@kailashpradhan7452]

@@fusion9619 the bhutanese can / could get yearly permits for foreigners to work for them. This job literally landed out of nowhere at a time when i needed it. truly an amazing experience and something I'm grateful for. You could try applying as a volunteer with one of the ngos there [tarayana foundation was one]. Many came through jobs stints with development agencies like undp jica, snv, gtz, dandia etc. i’m sure the new city will open things up if you're patient.

[@BhadManKAZMO]

“Nature is not something to be conquered, it’s something to be respected”. A lot of wise words from these amazing humans. Bhutan is on my bucket list. I MUST visit. 🇧🇹

[@mrhankie251]

AWESOME!! I strangely feel a burst of Bhutanese pride even though my ethnicity is Chinese. Good for them. I hope they succeed.

[@aria.jahelanishani.aviram]

😊

[@jambaydorji5260]

We have English educated population. We have crystal blue sky. We have everything to move forward. Time is on our side. History is on our side. Glory to Bhutan.

[@Y3xl9v]

USA should take Bhutan

[@app.lebyte]

@@Y3xl9v USA should take care of themselves, but i am sure Bhutan would not mind a dollar or few donations. :P

[@Hsjswk]

Thank you 60 Minutes for this amazing opportunity for Bhutan. The comments from all around the world here are just too kind and encouraging. Like me, we Bhutanese are extremely grateful for being born in such a wonderful country. 🇧🇹 ❤❤❤❤ There’s no place like home, especially when your home is BHUTAN. 😭 ❤️ Missing home (here in Australia)

[@heribertosarmiento1265]

I hope Bhutan continues its growth while protecting its nature and environment. From this Dominican American 🇩🇴🇺🇸all I can say is keep growing happily and helping the people . Peace upon Bhutan , its people and king

[@ephsan1075]

Wow, just by watching their calm scenery and how they speak and present themselves, peace is radiating I can feel their peaceful presence in my screen

[@tenzinthinley9791]

Thank you!

[@hannahpemarose6474]

I haven’t ever been to Bhutan, it is a lifelong dream of mine to visit. I have had the blessing of getting to know several Bhutanese Khenpos here in the US who are teaching the Dharma. I have so much respect and love of Bhutanese people. Wishing this nation all the success and protection 🙏💗

[@jeffcorpuz9015]

Surprised that they speak good English. Good for the king to embrace change, what a remarkable vision. People around the world will definitely know about Bhutan because of this. Mabuhay Bhutan - Cheers from your neighbour, the Philippines ❤

[@honhuaho5960]

They are educated, don't be surprised. Us Americans need to be less ignorant and need to be more open-minded. We also need to be curious and we can learn a lot from people who are different from us.

[@jeffcorpuz9015]

@@honhuaho5960 Hey I don't mean that in a bad way. Never know much about Bhutan because as the docu says, they close themselves from the outside world. And no, I am not American.

[@OLLpA]

the leaders particularly pursue high education in western countries. the first man went to columbia and stanford. the second guy is the prime minister and went to upitt and harvard.

[@saitama...6788]

Ye Dzongkha(our national language) and English are taught as main subject in our country I mean yes

[@fusion9619]

​@@saitama...6788do they hire foreign teachers? I'm just wondering what I could do to move there. Such a beautiful country!

[@neiltf1173]

“Nature is not something to be conquered, it is something to be respected” ❤️

[@fantaphilic5494]

Thank you 60 Minutes for sharing our story. Lots of Love from Bhutan to everyone who goes through this video and comments 🙏🙏🙏

[@soulfongher]

I want to move there right now. What a beautiful place to live and to raise a family. Just a lovely story. May Bhutan be beautiful forever. May you stay unselfish and rich in love. Thank you.

[@TobinOsusky]

Beautiful. May Bhutan and her people thrive for the rest of time. Amituofo

[@abelrollon7118]

Indeed a wonderful nation! A government who is serious on preserving its culture and natural resources while working on transformation for the Bhutanese. I am moved that he even visited and gathered the Bhutanese who lives or works in Australia now. May this endeavor of transformation succeed!

[@himalayahoo]

It’s a propaganda from royal family. I am Bhutanese. Please don’t fall for it

[@dematsherin1251]

It’s unusual yet very profound to be going through comments beautifully written for my country, I had my heart touched and eyes full of happy tears. I feel blessed to be born in this country❤

[@bharghavatri9487]

*Never seen a king love his people so much much respect from Jammu, india*

[@himalayahoo]

It’s a propaganda, I am Bhutanese

[@tenzinthinley9791]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@himalayahooyou are not Bhutanese, You are probebly Nepali immigrant who got kicked out of our country and now spreading propaganda

[@asingh7608]

We are in India right now from US. Bhutan is on our wishlist for me and family want to visit Bhutan after new year in 2025. 🙏🙏🙏

[@chenzomwangmo7122]

Love to see u in our paradise in 2025

[@KeldenChuki]

You are most welcome our country Bhutan 🇧🇹..

[@Guidet2Bhutan]

You will enjoy Bhutan if you love peace and nature

[@siphokazikazie]

Bhutanese are not motivated by money. They have mastered the art of life. They are not chasing anything, they are content with what they have as it should be. They make life look so so easy.

[@himalayahoo]

Many of us are motivated by money, this video is propaganda to hide poverty inside Bhutan

[@sapphireemerald6882]

Totally loved Bhutanese national dress. It's so beautiful. I wish my tailor could stitch it. The striped pattern is so unique.

[@Globalman3548]

I am currently over seas earning in dollar. But my state of mind is depressed and sad. No happiness no matter how much I earn. Now I have come to realize how happy I was when I was back home in Bhutan. Life abroad is sad. Money can’t buy happiness that’s for sure.

[@northscale7563]

I hope your king and leaders remember this... watching this clip, I fear they forgot 😢

[@virgiliogo1169]

Visited Bhutan and hike the Tiger’s Nest. Wonderful people and architecture was simply marvelous

[@anuradhainamdar8967]

What I love about Bhutan is it's policy of keeping 60% of it's land under forest cover, and it's rivers unpolluted. This will help Bhutan in a long run.Still I wish Bhutan had not started this experiment of Mindfulness city I feel that it may lead to a hefty spending of money.Good luck to Bhutan from a nature lover .

[@SunShine_sublime]

It's worth it. They know what they're doing.

[@meredithheath5272]

I am afraid, too. With the influx of "investments" this will, perhaps lead to ceding control and an infiltration of corruption. 😢😢😢😢

[@TheintHtutsnowqueen]

I am a Bhutanese at heart. Mindfulness city concept is one of my nearly impossible dreams. But the King here is literally implementing it. I am grateful there is still someone who would implement such a city for those who want to practice mindfulness in a serene environment conducive for faster spiritual growth. So, when the city is done in future, will visit for a medium stay, of course, for meditation as a yogi or nun. I want to help for the sustainability of the project if I could somehow. I also would like to suggest the city has strict rules or customs that are based on respect, e.g., not speaking loud or making loud noises, maybe in some (if not all) designated areas for actual meditation. Because tourists tend to make noises. Best if the whole city is suitable or is a haven for mindfulness practices with no loud noises. May the king and his lineage stay committed to the GNH concept. May the land of Bhutan, its people and the concept prosper and flourish till eons to come. May the city become a symbol of peace and prosperity in this tiring modern world.

[@annie-taffinoz5749]

Love my bhutanese friends & co workers here in Australia ❤

[@renebrown995]

😊I wish the Bhutanese much happiness. I hope to live to see the new project take fusion. May they all grow in prosperity and maintain their peace 🕊

[@dariiakaraianu3182]

Bhutan is the beacon of hope for the civilized sustainable world! And we Americans just chose the exact opposite… shame on us and best of luck to Bhutan ❤️🇧🇹

[@SharonLacoste2024]

You nailed the perfect equation. Hope trump never learns that there is such a place as Bhutan; he'd want to buy it, deport everyone not white, and let corporations pollute and destroy it. Capitalism suggests those mountains need climbing and ski lodges, of course, and rivers need hotels, strip malls and rafting trips, etc. Don't forget the water parks. I sooooo hope Bhutan's path of enlightenment never gets sidetracked into capitalism.

[@zeldarizing]

what a beautiful story about a beautiful place! they definitely ALREADY have LOTS to offer the rest of us!

[@he9142]

Don't disturb them !!!

[@zeldarizing]

@ offer us as in lessons. Not as in a travel destination, necessarily 😉

[@i_love_tibet7001]

@@zeldarizing Absolutely, teaching of Vajrayana Buddhism impact them in all aspect of their life.

[@jameshaddan8538]

So true - I just visited and we can learn so much from them on how to live life.

[@i_love_tibet7001]

@ Contentment in life, comes from rich Spiritual life. 🙏☸️🪷🌈

[@rebeccaketner816]

Bhutan gives me hope, in these very dark times.

[@himalayahoo]

Bhutan itself is going through dark times, king here is basically dictator, you can’t speak anything against the king. No freedom of speech

[@thantmyo]

The king is winning hearts and minds! Long live his majesty!

[@stephen-torrence]

He’s won mine! 🫡 Long live the Dragon King 🇧🇹

[@himalayahoo]

Many of us inside Bhutan are brainwashed by king and government’s propaganda. Only Some of us see the King’s BS

[@BATgirl57]

Visit BHUTAN just went on my bucket list!!! Thanks 60 minutes!! Beautiful and inspiring❤

[@Pobreng_12]

Their leaders,the way they talked are very intelligent…respect to all Bhutanese.

[@DamienWilpitzEDC]

I’m a developer and applaud this vision. Love is the measurement of success, not growth. I love it. 🥰

[@dakotac180]

I truly love places where things can coexist at the same time and still have gratitude for what they have. So beautiful and zen. Like a utopia. They have the complete right ideas!

[@Kahayuman]

Why we cant all be bhutan in action and in mindset? Thanks bhutan for being a good role model

[@i_love_tibet7001]

@@Kahayuman Bhutan is the Only nation looking inward not outward.......their great motivation and aspiration is deeply rooted by the practicing of precious Vajrayana Buddhism.

[@akalucubene]

So we all leave to mars. I mean if it was so amazing why would they leave. And also they are like 90 something in national happieness

[@stj971]

​🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@himalayahoo]

Please don’t be like Bhutan. World need freedom of expression. Here we can’t criticize king no matter what he does

[@chicanoinparadise]

Looks like I found my 40th country to visit. What an absolutely beautiful country. One I had never even considered. Thank you 60 minutes.

[@Guidet2Bhutan]

People and nature is great in our country.

[@corinnerovetti3674]

Makes me cry...a govt. that truly cares about it's people and respect for its environment. ❤️

[@jeanbiroute]

How can you not fall in love with these people. What an amazing documentary

[@treemarie3080]

I've always wanted to go to Bhutan. I admire everything about their culture and understand why they'd limit foreigners.

[@app.lebyte]

Me too, I am Indian, we too are charged 15$ plus some tax, but it is win win, to get that fresh air and calm is something worth more.

[@MelodyCrab]

Amidst the din of the horrors pf failed democracies, growing fascism, and rising poverty, I salute the leaders of Bhutan for actively showing the enlightened path to the world. All the very best 🙏🏼

[@SharonLacoste2024]

Enlightened. Yes!

[@jeanlundi2141]

Fascism? Which country is fascist?

[@sarnabchakraborty1323]

All the best to my Bhutanese neighbours. I am 100% sure that you people will again create a history and show the rest of the world that sustainable development is impossible with respecting our traditional values and culture.

[@Gadgets.Review]

Thank you very much for this wonderful documentary about Bhutan. I think every country should follow this making country developed along with the happiness of the people. He is a true The King when asked his people to help him. Amazing

[@shanmugaretnam9868]

As the founder of the World Cities Summit in Singapore, I applaud the people of Bhutan for embracing my unique Economic City Branding strategy for balanced and sustainable economic growth of cities.

[@sandrataylor5063]

where can I read about your strategy please?

[@app.lebyte]

The king is on the times as one of the most influential figure.

[@franzmendoza7466]

I WOULD LOVE TO VISIT AND STAY IN BHUTAN FOR ATLEAST A MONTH TP EXPERIENCE THEIR CULTURE AND ENJOY THE NATURE.

[@dietzyfly]

When i had the opportunity to go to Bhutan, i went to a giant outdoor market. What stood out the most was that it was the quietest market i had ever been to....the culture is so lovely and the beauty is incredible

[@internationalgirlstiktokMMXXIV]

I fell in love with this country, and its sophisticated mindset, prioritizing its tradition, values, and anester's norms and perspective above all.

[@rwssinor]

My favorite trip of all has been to Bhutan!

[@sonamsonam-i1h8k]

Thank you so much for getting Bhutan 🇧🇹 into 60 minutes Australia 🙏♥️. I am a proud Bhutanese and I live in Canberra our second home ❤.

[@aliciatorrezq7428]

I LOVE Bhutan. I was lucky enough to visit last year. It took my breath away. It was the closest I felt to reaching Nirvana. Heaven on Earth.

[@bdell519]

Beautiful people & culture ❤

[@lakmalkankanamge3720]

I love Buthan, who is from Sri Lanka. They are such nice people. It is a different world, a bit closer to Heaven than all of us.

[@jamiolee]

Wow what a beautiful story, thank you for producing this ❤

[@aceledio]

As a Filipino and lives in the US. I wish we had a leader like this man. Who cherished his country and nature.

[@bid_wacker]

I would like to live in such a place..

[@buckinsand]

Make it happen... wherever you go.

[@rowenamanangkil1974]

I wish to go to Bhutan one day! I would love to see their culture and heritage😍

[@jigdreltshering3571]

You are most welcome !

[@Guidet2Bhutan]

Please visit

[@Livesmatter-su1uw]

What about the Ethnic cleansing of Bhutanese of Nepali origin hindus who were living in Bhutan for generations, all in the name of preserving Bhutan culture. Many democracy and human right activists are still in prison as political prisoners in Bhutan.🇧🇹

[@PomegranateChocolate]

They don't want their country to end up like Sikkim, understand?

[@Livesmatter-su1uw]

@ Those Nepali ethnic Bhutanese are also part of the country, who lived and died there for generations. A country is made up of all people, not just the ruling ethnic group with origin from Tibet.

[@jameswanglat2639]

Fantastic! His majesty is truly people’s prince! I absolutely love the Butanes royal family! Long live the King.

[@ArmyyMiarmyyy]

Kuzuzangpola from Bhutan 🇧🇹 We are so lucky to born under wangchuk dynasty.. thank you my king for working tirelessly day and night, we are truly blessed and in debt to you my king. Long live and prosperity to my king!!!

[@AaravAlexon]

What about ethnic cleansing of Lhotsampa people ?

[@ArmyyMiarmyyy]

@ not only our king, our gov and people have done what it needs to be done!!

[@aa6eheia156]

​​@@ArmyyMiarmyyy You can't solve a problem like that and call yourselves the country of happiness. If that's a valid way then every country's ruling class could expell other dissatisfied communities and rule over small population who love the ruling class and then introduce democracy where almost everyone will embrace them

[@temparabgyel6783]

@@AaravAlexon Bhutan became paradise after taking out few rotten potato from the basket 😂😂😂

[@vivsarkar]

I am from a big Indian city but live in Sikkim, India which is just next to Bhutan. I have been to Bhutan twice and find people here in Sikkim are also have a similar mindset to live peacefully in harmony with nature just like their Bhutanese brothers. I think Buddhism plays a huge role in shaping the mindset of the people living in this region. I am not a Buddhist by birth but with every passing day as I understand its essence, I am slowly becoming one . I hope Bhutan remains strict with their policies of sustainable economic growth and discourage migration of city people like me, because majority of us dont understand this concept of happiness and just are focussed on materialistic things. Sikkim 30-40 years back was like Bhutan only, but now with uncontrolled tourism and the lure of money, the nature is getting destroyed. Dont want Bhutan to follow that path. Let it remain the last Shangrila on earth. Much love from India ❤️

[@abhinayfinearts]

You will find the same answers in Hinduism.. !!

[@saruuuwu09]

Bhutan’s focus on reforestation and protecting the environment is admirable. Turning former farmland into healthy forests helps the planet and supports the country’s goals. But it’s important to remember that these lands were once home to the Lhotshampa community, many of whom were displaced. Recognizing their history and contributions can create healing and unity, showing that true progress includes both sustainability and reconciliation.

[@Madame702]

Yes, Bhutan is a protected land. The Lotus Born Buddha made sure to install power protective deities. Because Bhutan is a Vajrayana Buddhist country it can convert power negative energies into positive energies.

[@Supe-for-the-soul]

Do we have all the answers? Probably not. We’re human. And fallible. Just like people anywhere else. But in a world that is changing faster than anyone can comprehend, where wars, genocide and now nuclear posturing dominate headlines, where human intelligence withers shamefully in the face of AI and climate challenges, we in Bhutan are trying to forge a sensible way forward. In that sense, the new city is our beloved king’s solution to not just secure the future of Bhutan but to inspire the world. Rightfully so, we invite the world to visit, learn about us, teach us and collaborate with us in building a better tomorrow, for all of our sakes.❤

[@avagrego3195]

Visited Bhutan a few yrs ago with bridge to Bhutan. Loved every minute

[@Dorojackie]

What a comprehensive coverage! So impressive..

[@BallardBaller]

This is a very hopeful story, for all the world ... Let them succeed, and usher in a new way of living we all desperately need!!!

[@co.139]

my goodness, bhutan is so freakn beautiful, and right in our south asian neighbourhood, its kinda sad how south asian nations haven’t been able to cultivate more cross border openness and exchange for our people love to Bhutan from Pakistan

[@marykok7616]

Having visited Bhutan this year, I wish only the best for this unique country.

[@rewajchettri779]

I hope this video goes viral. Love from India

[@Joshilayzips]

I am indian. Currently lives mostly in gelephu. I see the amount of preparations going on for GMC and the King himself coming very often. I pray this projects takes off as quickly as possible.

[@john3945]

That new city looks good. I want to go live there as an expat. Maybe it will be similar to Shenzhen in China, Aerocity in New Delhi, Abdali Blvd in Amman. A modern enclave in a developing country leading the country’ economic modernization, but in a wise and prudent way. Bhutanese know how to run a country, better than advanced nations and some emerging economies.

[@yadavfamily3447]

Please don't ruin it like Vietnam

[@user-jt3dw6vv4x]

In the video they featured renders of what the city will look like, it'll look nothing like the cities you mentioned and that's a good thing. The city has been designed specifically within the fold of Bhutanese Buddhist culture

[@stj971]

​❤️❤️❤️

[@Yshey]

We are truly fortunate and deeply grateful to our King, who have always placed the wellbeing of the people above all else. ❤️

[@cyberninjasworld]

Bhutan leading the future❤hugs from Mexico. I wish all the planet was like Bhutan, where Humanity comes first

[@imaginethatttt]

Everyone looks so healthy and young........I guess thats the results when you try to limit stress. Good for them! I hope they succeed!

[@richardlynch1094]

Nature is not something to be conquered. Beautiful.

[@py_a_thon]

That is where I think I have mild dissent. One should live within a balance of natural order. Yes, I agree. However, we should as human beings have the ability to wield natural forces in a way that gives humanity more power than the forces of nature. That is just my opinion, and it is a very dangerous idea. I know this.

[@wahtusy3519]

Still, Singapore is the template. When it comes to city development and master plan no one can beat Singapore. But I think Bhutan can. And I love Bhutan prohibits building these ugly skyscrapers like what Malaysia is doing. Instead, it takes it's lead with living harmoniously with nature. And I love the fact that they have a king who is entrenched with their culture and yet have a very progressive mind. I hope he succeeds in all his good endeavours for his country.

[@lamdao1242]

Yes. Bhutan decided to look at Singapore as one of its models for its own nation but adapted! It’s a good decision.

[@user-jt3dw6vv4x]

Asian, especially South Asian and Southeast Asian, nations absolutely admire Singapore. It is no surprise that so many governments and organisations still view Singapore as the model of development.

[@SunShine_sublime]

I don't think you understand their vision. It's not about anything materialistic. It's more inward.

[@app.lebyte]

Singapore had one benevolent and visionary dictator that's why it worked, I favor democracy any day by the way. Because such people are born, not made, and is very very rare.

[@giiiddyup]

I'd live there. What worries me is them looking for outside investors.. that's when things get more complicated... and the wrong people gain power.

[@fleurettemvangulden7883]

Original Hawaii people are forced to leave because they can’t afford the costs created by investors from the actual USA.

[@app.lebyte]

I am following on GMC, as I am a frequent visitor of Bhutan since long, what I was informed was they have hired the best of the best people in the world to do the job as envisioned by their King, and so every greedy business folks are handled well.

[@northscale7563]

I agree. I've been to Bhutan, and am a Buddhist: Honestly Mindfulness City saddens me greatly.

[@DanDukeBox]

I hope and pray for their total success! Incredible 🧡✌🏼

[@youreskimofriend2327]

You know what real success looks like? Quality education, low infant mortality, freedom of religion, etc. congratulations on falling for this propaganda piece

[@alliXo7]

Bhutan is a beacon for those of us awakening around the world. I may not make the physical journey myself, but the experience of trying not to be crushed by giants is one I am all too familiar with; one that we are all increasingly becoming more aware of. Their wisdom is invaluable to us in this time.

[@passangdorji8868]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 blessed to have a great great king who always sacrifice his comfort for us n our future...thank to our one and only King.

[@anitagubalane7510]

I love to visit in Bhutan maybe in the next 5 years from now. I am very admire on how they respect and protect their mother earth. It such a good role model in the modern times. ❤🇧🇹

[@Guidet2Bhutan]

Good idea. I am sure you will love the peace and nature of our country.

[@jigdreltshering3571]

Excellent coverage - brief, concise and telling. Just a small observation, Dasho Kinley served as a Govt. Secretary not as a Minister.

[@youreskimofriend2327]

You forgot: uncritical, naive and gullible

[@stj971]

​@@youreskimofriend2327 I have my doubts

[@rational123]

If I am not wrong, Bhutan is the only country in the world with a negative carbon footprint, meaning it consumes more carbon than it produces.

[@PemaChoden-p7d]

Right!

[@amlaaaa479]

Bhutan will be magical in a few years time. They have the right intentions. I really hope they can keep it a Buddhist country

[@i_love_tibet7001]

@@amlaaaa479 I believe they will, they devote fully to the practice of Vajrayana Buddhism.........☸️💎🌈❤️

[@stj971]

​@@i_love_tibet7001👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍

[@sapphireemerald6882]

Bhutan's pigeon blood Ruby diamonds are famous for their unique colour and each piece is priced at billions in the international jewellery market. Truely gem hearted people. Preserving their tradition,culture, and yet competing with the values of the modern world in their own unique manner. Peace and blessings from your neighbour Pakistan 🇵🇰