Bhutanese government proposes sweeping tax reforms
If passed, the new Income Tax Bill will cost the government Nu 5.5 billion (US$64 million) in revenue loss.
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Bhutan capital Thimphu gets two new waste drop-off centres to boost circular economy push
The waste collected at these strategically located facilities will undergo sorting before being transported to a central recycling hub in Bjemina. There, it will be processed into…
Bhutan sets bold targets to safeguard mothers and newborns
The plan sets sharp new targets: reduce newborn mortality to 5 per 1,000 live births, stillbirths to 2 per 1,000, and maternal mortality to 40 per 100,000 live births by 2029.
Bhutan’s health ministry warns against unlicensed private clinics
The ministry's statement follows reports-some informal, others anecdotal-suggesting that a number of unapproved private healthcare centres may be operating outside the formal…
Water outage leaves Bhutanese town parched
A short circuit and oil leak damaged a transformer essential for pumping groundwater from a borewell, halting Phuentsholing's water supply.
Bhutan’s eco-tourism push gains ground with focus on women and community empowerment
Bhutan has laid strong policy foundations to support eco-tourism. However, challenges such as, ensuring sustainability and local ownership, addressing limited accessibility and…
Bhutanese community’s traditional paper craft faces market decline
Started in 2003 with the Tarayana Foundation’s help, the paper-making was successful at first. Then, the villagers took over. The centre used to produce over 2,000 sheets of…
Bhutan’s forest fires cost over US$5.89 million in timber losses in five months
The recurring incidents have raised concerns over potential socioeconomic setbacks, the constitutional requirement to maintain 60 percent forest cover, and the country’s…
Thailand King’s state visit to Bhutan: Milestone of unity and friendship
With both nations eagerly preparing for the royal visit, the atmosphere is brimming with festivities. Streets adorned with colorful flags and a series of cultural events set the…
Thailand leads Bhutan’s agro-export markets beyond India and Bangladesh
While India and Bangladesh remain Bhutan’s major agricultural trading partners, the country exported Nu 174.02 million worth of goods to 17 other countries, making up around…