The Kind of Ministers I Would Like to See

Source: His Majesty's Official Facebook Page

After a week of speculation both in social media and the public domain, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has finally unveiled the names of new cabinet ministers, who have great portfolios. 

Whether we like it or not, PDP will set direction for the nation as to where it should go, and what it should achieve in the next five years and beyond. 

Anyway, for the next five years, we have given them our voice to represent us in all forms. We made our conscious choice of not just the party, but also the candidate whom we think can help us unconditionally and bring a lot of prosperity in our community. 

Interestingly, amongst the voters, the choice for cabinet ministers remained for their constituency, District, or close one because they had the power to represent them well, better than the non-lyonpo Demkhongs. 

It won't be fair to see "One Single Demkhong, or few Districts" developing better than the rest. Whether lyonpo is of place A or B, shouldn't make a difference in anything. They are entrusted to play a fair role for all of us, and I am sure they would perform their duty with due diligence. I don't mind ministers from any part of the country so long as they serve the country, people, and king with conviction. 

I don't have any personal favorites because I believe in fairness, or damtsi. I don't have a choice for a Demkhong, neighbors, or someone I know. I would like our Lyonpos to be someone whom we can trust and look up to and remember for putting up a legacy of a good system.

Do we need a minister to bring change in our community? 

I have had a little odd feeling over some social media comments from the past many years; "One Lyonpo from Sarpang". "One Lady Lyonpo". "One Lyonpo from the East". "One Lotshampa Lyonpo'' and so on. 

Do we need this precedence?

We want to see developed Sarpang, Pemagatshel, and not the rest of our Dzongkhags. We want only our girls and women to be empowered and the Southern region to be better than the North. In years to come, I would rather like to see "Developed Bhutan" and not just a lucky few places. Therefore, as a tiny nation with a shrinking population, we must put aside the question of gender, caste, religion, and region. 

We would like our ministers to embrace a growth mindset and change. If one lives by this mantra, I'm sure they can become a wise leader and unquestionably change society. Life is a continuous journey of learning and evolving, and by being open to new experiences, ideas, and perspectives, one can easily become a good leader who can take the nation forward. 

I would like our ministers to build a strong network of people not just to fulfill some of their silly promises. They need to be surrounded by like-minded circle who can support and inspire each other to take a step forward. In addition, the culture of mentorship, and guidance would do miracles and set a legacy for the future leaders. 

I am always intrigued by the "quality" thing and an eye for small details. What have we learned from "JICA Bridge" over two decades? What have we learned in planning, work ethics, and the magical hands of Japanese Engineers? 

I would like our leaders to have a little time to stop over any of the Japanese-made bridges for what it means for "quality, design, and beauty" they have given us. Nonetheless, from their engineering marvel to craftsmanship, we must learn the art to produce our version of "high-quality" work and the finishing touches. 

I would like to suggest new ministers to handle projects and infrastructure development very carefully and wisely. Now they shouldn't make the same mistake twice. They must demand the highest and the finest standards in quality and work execution. They must set standards. They must brand us not just in the standard and quality but also in performance.

 

Why was Steve Jobs so successful? 

"He is famous for his eye for Beautiful Design and the Highest Quality Products. Sculley said, "he had a knack for recruiting the best people to work for him". 

What made Steve Jobs different from others? 

It's not for his looks but for his commitment to "Perfection". Today who doesn't want an iPhone?

Can we brand our nation like Steve Jobs's Apple? 

It is possible. We're already branded for 'Gross National Happiness'. We just need someone to polish our system. Therefore, to be like Steve Jobs's Apple, we must build a vibrant system with courage and toughness. 

Lee Kuan Yew is another person I admire for what he has done in transforming Singapore to the most prosperous and developed nations in the world. 

Lee Kuan Yew's advice, which I always keep in my heart, really helped me stay clean and positive in life.

This is the line of Mr. Lee, which touches the depth of my heart every time I come across. "I have no regrets. I have spent my life, so much of it, building up this country –Singapore. There's nothing more that I need to do. At the end of the day, what have I got? A successful Singapore. What have I given up? My life." 

As I sincerely congratulate our new cabinet ministers, it is super-important that each ministry rises to greater heights under new leadership... and that is all I wanted.