Swiss business delegation explores investment opportunities in Bhutan
This is the third Swiss mission to Bhutan, and the delegation comprised 23 members from 18 prominent companies in Switzerland. The delegation included Ruth Metzler-Arnold,…
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Why are Bhutanese start-ups not taking off?: Kuensel
Our start-up scene is anything but successful. Many of our start-ups are struggling to survive, let alone thrive. The dream of the first Bhutanese Unicorn is far-fetched.
Bhutan’s first international film festival gears up for inaugural edition in September
Renowned wildlife photographer Roie Galitz recently visited Bhutan to lead a series of masterclasses on wildlife photography. The masterclasses covered various topics, including…
Forecast reveals Bhutan will experience drastic climate change by 2040
Bhutan has seen a sharper increase in both maximum and minimum temperatures, largely driven by greenhouse gas emissions and global socio-economic development. There has been a…
Bhutan’s Inflation drops to 1.84 percent, easing cost of living pressures
The decrease was primarily driven by decrease in prices of communication, housing and utilities, recreation, transport, and education, the National Statistics Bureau stated.
Bhutan lifts vehicle import moratorium
The vehicle moratorium was initially introduced in August 2022 to safeguard foreign currency reserves and ensure macroeconomic stability. However, with the recent economic upturn,…
A triumph beyond victory: Kuensel
Kinzang Lhamo’s marathon finish at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games stands as a powerful reminder of what truly matters. Her performance, though not a podium finish, was a victory…
Bhutan intensifies battle against drug cases
Drug offenses now account for 36.5 percent of the prison population, highlighting the urgent need for effective interventions. Among the drugs, marijuana, alcohol, tobacco and…
Why we must invest in the arts and literature: Kuensel
In Bhutan, the royal patronage of arts and literature has been pivotal in preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage.
Climate change blamed for decline in Bhutan’s rice production in 2023
Besides the impact of climate change, farmers are also attributing the high cost of production to the declining yield.