Bhutan’s pursuit of Gross National Happiness: Reflections, Challenges and its Future.

In this lecture, we will journey through Bhutan's ongoing pursuit of Gross National Happiness (GNH), a development framework that prioritises not just the economic progress of Bhutan, but of a flourishing human society living in harmony with nature. The lecture will also reflect on the lessons learned from implementing GNH framework over several decades, highlighting its impact on the country's social, economic, environmental well-being and the complexities faced along the way. Looking to the future, we will discuss how Bhutan is adapting GNH to meet the needs of a changing world while preserving its core values, ensuring that happiness remains at the heart of its national identity.