In a ceremony held on December 3rd, 2023, Tshering Wangchuk, President of the Horticulture Association of Bhutan (HAoB), was honored with the prestigious Asian Leadership International Award for 2023 by the Asian Award Organization. The recognition highlights Wangchuk’s exceptional contributions to agriculture, aligning seamlessly with HAoB’s commitment to various projects, including social forestry, urban amenities, science education, women’s empowerment, and the advancement of the horticulture industry in the country.