This session explores Bhutan’s journey in advancing its healthcare system, with a focus on the evolution of primary health care (PHC) across the country. It discusses how Bhutan has developed its PHC infrastructure, emphasizing accessibility, community-based care, and integration of traditional medicine with modern practices. The second part of the session shifts to the country’s successful efforts in combating malaria, tracing its transition from an endemic disease to near elimination. It highlights the strategies, public health initiatives, and international collaborations that have contributed to this remarkable achievement, offering valuable lessons on disease control in resource-limited settings.