Asia’s rising temperature threatens Bhutan’s glaciers
Data from the National Center for Hydrology and Meteorology shows that in between 2016 and 2020, approximately 17 gigatons of glacial ice is lost.
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Bhutan invests USD 539 million on cryptocurrency
The majority of cryptocurrency Bhutan mines are Bitcoin (BTC), followed by small allocations for mining Ethereum.
Bhutan’s trade deficit narrows by 12.8 per cent
Bhutan’s main source of export revenue, from electricity, saw a significant increase in imports impacting the country’s balance of trade in the first quarter. Bhutan usually…
European Union, Unicef commits 1M euros for digitalisation of education in Bhutan
The Ministry of Education and Skill Development’s STEM and Innovation Division, together with UNICEF, will implement this plan, according to a joint press release from the…
Fewer yaks, fewer craftsmen: Local handicraft sellers in Bhutan’s Pelela Pass feel the threats
Vendors are concerned that there are fewer yaks around nowadays, which means less yak wool for products, and that fewer people are making bamboo items and other crafts.
Community involvement crucial for tiger habitat conservation in Bhutan
As countries and conservation partners intensify their efforts to protect the tiger species through biological corridors and protected areas, it has also impacted communities and…
Japan supports Bhutan’s digital topographic map development
The maps will provide essential geospatial information with precise coordinate data, serving as a basis for decision-making across various sectors including agriculture and land…
Bhutan sees marked drop in unemployment rates, particularly among youth
Youth unemployment, a key concern for the country, saw a drop from 28.6 percent in 2022 to 15.9 percent in 2023, indicating a drop of 12.63 percent in 2023.
Empowering women and enriching communities in rural Bhutan
The homestay business in the town of Haa has been reshaping the roles of rural Bhutanese women, providing additional income and enriching their lives.
Bhutan’s businesses call for policy reforms for economic development
Businesses expressed a proactive approach to promoting tourism and suggested immediate interventions to facilitate tourist entry and exit through Samdrupjongkhar and Nganglam, as…