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His Majesty the King addresses the nation

Dec 21, 1996 4 mins read

I wish all of you, in the 20 dzongkhags of Bhutan, Tashi Delek on this auspicious occasion of our National Day. May our country grow from strength to strength and may the people of Bhutan enjoy happiness, and prosperity.

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