There is a higher responsibility - not written in any legal document but instead enshrined in humanity and history - a natural responsibility and duty that we all must shoulder equally, irrespective of who we are. Of paramount importance to the strength of a nation, is the ability of her people to live as one united family - a community in which interaction is marked by trust, understanding and cooperation

His Majesty The Druk Gyalpo

"De-Suung"

Guardians of Peace and Harmony

• First syllable of the word "De"(bde) originates from the word "Dekyid" meaning peace or tranquility and "De" is commonly understood to be the shortened version of Dekyid.
• Second syllable "Suung"(Srung) is commonly referred to the act of guarding or protecting.
• Therefore the phrase - "De-Suung" means "Guardians of Peace"