Bhutan is increasingly becoming an attractive destination for recreational fishing, having generated Nu 3.236 million in fees between 2023 and 2024 from 6,459 anglers, of which 6,363 of them were tourists. High-end recreational fishing was introduced in 2022 through the amendment of Forests and Nature Conservation Rules and Regulations 2017. This new tourism offering emerged […]
Read MoreBhutan’s central region is facing soaring prices as inflation continues to climb. The National Statistics Bureau’s (NSB) latest figure shows the region experienced a month-on-month inflation rate of 2.27 percent in July, outpacing the national average. Suppose the price of a packet of milk cost Nu 100 in June, the price of the same packet […]
Read MoreAs per the latest news reports, there will be no limit to the number of visitors visiting Bhutan. With regard to this, Chief Marketing Officer of Bhutan Tourism Carissa Nimah assured this and addressed all concerns about putting a cap on visitors. As international tourism continues to grow, with the reopening of borders, Bhutan is […]
Read MoreBhutan needs to diversify its economy beyond the hydropower sector alongside reforms in agricultural and financial sectors for long-term growth and job creation for youth, according to the World Bank’s new report ‘Bhutan Country Economic Memorandum’. The World Bank’s Resident Representative for Bhutan, Adama Coulibaly, said that economic diversification is crucial for Bhutan to increase […]
Read MoreGMC is strategically focused on seven core industries, each playing a vital role in shaping the city’s future. These are education, finance, green energy and tech, health and wellness, spirituality, agri-tech and forestry and airport economy. Education and Knowledge The Education Cluster in the GMC is cornerstone of the city’s emerging knowledge economy, supporting and […]
Read MoreUlaanbaatar: In a celebration of diplomacy and cultural exchange, Their Majesties, accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses Gyalsey Jigme Namgyel and Gyalsey Ugyen Wangchuck, were warmly received by Mongolia’s President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa and First Lady Bolortsetseg Luvsandorj in Ulaanbaatar on July 9, 2024. The visit commenced with a grand honor guard ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square, the […]
Read MoreTourism Department of Bhutan Government has reduced the travel fees for Bangladeshi tourists. According to the new policy, Bangladeshi tourists will have to pay only $15 as ‘Sustainable Development Fee’. This is equal to the fee charged on Indian tourists. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the matter in a post on Facebook. Under the […]
Read MoreIn a world sometimes clouded by cynicism, Bhutan stands out as a beacon of honesty and integrity. Recent incidents in the small Himalayan kingdom highlight the exceptional moral compass of its people. On April 30th, Rinchen Namgay, a lecturer at Lekshey Jungney Shedra in Punakha, along with his mother, Aum Wangmo, stumbled upon a black […]
Read MoreIn the heart of the Himalayas, where geopolitics often shapes narratives, a new landmark quietly emerges, transcending boundaries both physical and metaphorical. The Taktichhu Bridge, spanning the tumultuous Taktichhu river along the Thimphu-Phuentsholing highway, is more than just a feat of engineering—it’s a symbol of enduring friendship amidst shifting geopolitical currents. While headlines often focus […]
Read MoreIn a move to enhance the ease of travel for tourists, Bhutan’s Department of Tourism has announced the elimination of the mandatory travel insurance requirement previously imposed on visitors. Initially introduced amidst the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, this requirement aimed to safeguard tourists against unforeseen emergencies, particularly medical expenses associated with the global health […]
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