Mr. Tshering Wangchuk
Founder and President of the Horticulture Association of Bhutan, Mr. Tshering Wangchuk is a stalwart in the realm of horticulture and international exhibitions. With a diverse educational background and extensive leadership roles across various associations and events, Mr. Wangchuk has made significant contributions to the horticultural industry, both in Bhutan and globally.
Educational Background:
Bachelor of Arts in English and Dzongkha, Royal Thimphu College.
Professional and Leadership Positions:
- President, Horticulture Association of Bhutan.
- Executive Committee Member, Bhutan Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
- Executive Committee Member, BCCI Committee of Sector Associations.
- President, Bureau Multinational Exposition
- Chief Executive Officer, National Adventure
- Country Representative, International Association for Agricultural Sustainability
- Country Representative, International Association of Horticultural Producers – AIPH
- Ambassador, Yunnan Commercial Representative Office in Bhutan.
- Steering Committee Member, South Asian Rainwater Harvesting Network
Bhutan Commissioner General at various international exhibitions including:
- International Horticultural Expo 2023, Doha, Qatar.
- International Horticultural Exhibition 2024, Chengdu.
- Expo 2019, Beijing.
- 2018臺中世界花卉博覽會 Taichung World Flora Exposition.
- Former President, Triennale Milano.
- Former President, Floralies Internationales – France.
Achievements:
- Runner Up in Landscape Design at the Taichung Expo in Taiwan, 2018
- Recipient of the prestigious Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam International Award, 2023
Summary:
- Tshering Wangchuk is a stalwart in the realm of horticulture and international exhibitions. With a diverse educational background and extensive leadership roles across various associations and events, Mr. Wangchuk has made significant contributions to the horticultural industry, both in Bhutan and globally.
- Mr. Wangchuk is a passionate advocate for the horticultural industry, and his work has helped to promote Bhutanese produce on the international stage. He is also a strong advocate for sustainable agriculture, and his work has helped to raise awareness of the importance of rainwater harvesting.
- In recognition of his work, Mr. Wangchuk was awarded the prestigious Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam International Award in 2023. He is a role model for aspiring horticulturists, and his work continues to inspire others around the world.