Bhutan is famous for its pristine mountains, Buddhist monarchy, and an official doctrine of pursuing Gross National Happiness. Later this week, King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will pay a visit to Australia. While King Jigme Khesar is here — meeting with politicians, business leaders and Australia’s Bhutanese community — spare a thought for the 34 […]
Read MoreIn a major change to how Bhutan does projects in the hydropower sector the Cabinet recently gave an in principal approval for the private sector to invest in hydropower. This is part of the government’s Renewable Energy Road Map by 2040 that aims to add 20,000 MW of renewable power by 2040. This means that […]
Read MoreParo-Bhutan has taken a major step toward expanding its renewable energy portfolio with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Bhutan Innovation Forum between Druk Holding and Investments Ltd. (DHI) and the Reliance Group. The agreement sets the stage for the development of 500 megawatts (MW) of solar power and 770 MW […]
Read MoreThe Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is poised to become a gateway between the world and South Asia, as well as the Vajrayana capital of the world. This vision was shared by Bjarke Ingels, founding partner and creative director of BIG, during the unveiling of GMC’s master plan at the Bhutan Innovation Forum yesterday. The GMC […]
Read MoreTo achieve a USD five billion economy and a gross domestic product per capita (GDP) exceeding USD 6,174 by 2029, the government has projected a Nu 225.59 billion GDP contribution from the identified seven sectors. This is according to the draft 13th Plan. Under the Plan, the agriculture sector’s contribution is expected to increase from […]
Read MoreTo assist unemployed youth and individuals interested in pursuing vocational education, the first nationwide Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) fair kicked off in Thimphu on Saturday. The event is part of a larger initiative designed to raise awareness about ongoing reforms in the TVET sector and highlight the opportunities available in vocational institutes […]
Read MoreIn celebration of World Tourism Day, the Department of Tourism (DoT) launched the ‘Tourism Bhutan’ mobile application, designed to enrich visitor experience by providing a comprehensive platform for tourists and service providers alike. This app serves as a one-stop solution, enabling visitors to plan their trips, connect with local service providers, and share feedback, ensuring […]
Read MoreBhutan’s domestic electricity demand is anticipated to surge by 232 percent by 2026, significantly outpacing expected export demand, according to June projections from the finance ministry. This increase will see domestic consumption rise from Nu 8.27 billion last year to an estimated Nu 27.43 billion in the next two years. Although the ministry’s forecast indicates […]
Read MoreThe highly anticipated Bhutan Innovation Forum (BIF), set to take place from October 1 to 3 at Dungkar Dzong in Pangbisa, Paro, will bring together some of the brightest minds from around the globe to explore the intersections of mindfulness, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability as Bhutan embarks on the ambitious project of creating the world’s first […]
Read MoreBhutan has emerged as the fourth-largest government holder of Bitcoin globally, owning over 13,011 BTC worth USD 780.49 million, highlighting Bhutan’s notable position in the global cryptocurrency landscape. This information comes from a report by Arkham Intelligence, a public data application that allows users to analyse blockchain and cryptocurrency activities. The value of Bitcoin held […]
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