ICTAM – VII, 7th -11th September, 2009 Thimpu, Bhutan

The theme for the congress was ‘Asian Medicine: Cultivating Traditions and the Challenges of Globalization’.

The wide variety of topics and issues were discussed. The congress brought about unique communications between scholars, scientists, policymakers and practitioner.

There were 200 participants in attendance, including practitioners and academics as well as private entrepreneurs and government civil servants from 30 countries. Comparatively higher cost and restrictions of the local Government the conference could not be attended by many.

Dr. Narendra Bhatt attended the conference and was elected as Vice – President to International Council.