Jigme Thinley Net Worth

Jigme Thinley is a Bhutanese politician who served as the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Bhutan from 2008 to 2013. Prior to this, he had a long career in the Royal Government of Bhutan, holding various senior positions, and had served as Prime Minister twice before the start of democracy in Bhutan. He was also the Permanent Representative of Bhutan to the United Nations office and other international organisations in Geneva, and was awarded the Red Scarf and Orange Scarf, as well as the title of Dasho.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Former Prime Minister of Nepal
Birth Day September 09, 1952
Birth Place Bumthang, Bhutan, Bhutanese
Age 70 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Libra
Monarch Jigme Singye Wangchuck
Preceded by Jigme Palden Dorji
Succeeded by Sangay Ngedup
Political party Independent (Before 2007) Peace and Prosperity Party (2007–present)
Spouse(s) Aum Rinsy Dem
Children 3
Alma mater Pennsylvania State University, University Park

💰 Net worth: $1.7 Million (2024)

Jigme Thinley, the former Prime Minister of Bhutan, is estimated to have a net worth of $1.7 million in 2024. Thinley, a prominent Bhutanese political figure, has had a successful career serving his country in various capacities. As the Prime Minister of Bhutan, he demonstrated his commitment to socio-economic development, environmental conservation, and political stability. Known for his progressive policies and inclusive leadership, Thinley has garnered respect both domestically and internationally. With his net worth reflecting his years of public service, Jigme Thinley remains a respected figure in Bhutan.

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Biography/Timeline

1976

Thinley was born in Bumthang and joined the civil Service in 1976 upon receiving a graduate degree from The Pennsylvania State University. In February 1987, Thinley was awarded the title of Dasho and the Red Scarf, and in 1990, under the zonal system, he became administrator of the Eastern Zone. He then became secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs in 1992 before being appointed as Deputy Minister of Home Affairs in January 1994, at which time he was also awarded the Orange Scarf. Later in 1994, he was appointed as Bhutan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations office and other international organizations in Geneva.

1998

Prior to the beginning of democracy, he was Prime Minister twice, from July 20, 1998, to July 9, 1999, and from August 30, 2003, to August 20, 2004. During this period, chairmanship of the council was based on rotation once per year, with the order of rotation decided by the number of votes secured during the time of election to the council. Jigme was also the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bhutan from 1998 until 2003 and subsequently served as Minister of Home and Cultural Affairs.

1999

On June 2, 1999, Thinley was awarded the Druk Thuksey and Silver Jubilee medals. On November 6, 2008, Thinley was awarded the Coronation medal. On December 17, 2008, Thinley was awarded the Druk Wangyal medal - one of the highest medals of honor - for excellence in carrying out his duties.

2008

Thinley blamed the global economic crisis of 2008–2009 on "insatiable human greed" and stressed the need to instead focus on the Bhutanese notion of gross national happiness. His government works to base its policies on gross national happiness rather than purely economic considerations.

2009

In July 2009, Thinley became a member of the SNV Netherlands Development Organisation's International Advisory Board to contribute his experience to the organisation's poverty reduction and sustainable development work.

2014

On February 3, 2014, Thinley received an honorary degree from Université catholique de Louvain in Belgium along with Lawrence Lessig and Denis Mukwege.