Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck -Dragon King of the Kingdom of Bhutan

One of the most important historical figures in Bhutan is Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck (born February 21, 1980) is the Druk Gyalpo, or "Dragon King," of Bhutan. On December 9, 2006, he became the monarch after his father, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, abdicated the throne in his favor. On November 6, 2008, Bhutan celebrated its 100th year of the monarchy with a public coronation ceremony.

In December 2005, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck announced his intention to abdicate in favor of his son in 2008, and that he would begin handing over authority to him immediately. On 9 December 2006, the former King issued a Royal Edict announcing his abdication and transferring the throne to Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, who was officially crowned on 6 November 2008 in Punakha.

The youthful king began his reign by presiding over the last meetings of the parliament, during which electoral laws, land reform, and other vital matters were considered. He stated that it was the responsibility of this generation of Bhutanese to ensure democracy's success. He went extensively to explain and discuss Bhutan's Draft Constitution with the people, as well as to urge participation in future democratic activities. He continues to make such visits, speaking primarily to young people on the need for Bhutanese to strive for higher standards in education, business, and civil service, as well as the necessity for people from a small country to work harder than those from larger countries.