Bhutan’s CPI score improves, jumps to 18th globally
Bhutan’s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) score increased by four places, from 68 in 2023 to 72 last year. This improvement...
Country sees surge in overseas employment, women lead workforce
Bhutan saw a surge in overseas employment in the 2023-2024 fiscal year, with tourism and hospitality emerging as the leading...
Bhutan targets food self-sufficiency by 2029
The country aims to boost food self-sufficiency by focusing on rice and vegetable production by 2029. However, fallow lands, limited...
Bhutan sees over 49,000 tourists in Q4 2024, SDF revenue jumps to USD 12 M
Bhutan saw a surge in tourism in the fourth quarter of last year, with over 49,000 visitors. This was a...
ORO Bank to expand global reach amid growing interest in Gelephu Mindfulness City
ORO Bank is working on expanding its services to some additional countries and developing solutions for individuals in regions where...
E-gates to speed up immigration clearance and enhance efficiency at Phuentshogling pedestrian terminal
In a major move toward automation and enhancing public service delivery, the pedestrian terminal in Phuentshogling is undergoing a significant...
UNDP highlights Bhutan’s AI challenges in new report
Is Bhutan ready to embrace and integrate Artificial Intelligence into its development plans and governance? Not without its fair share...
Dhamdum Industrial Park opens, plot owners call for lower rents
The Dhamdum Industrial Park in Samtse is gradually taking shape, with 20 of its 58 plots now operational. The Minister...
Govt proposes short, mid, and long-term plans to lower data charges
The government said it is working on reducing data charges in the country through three key proposals. This was shared...
New cinema hall in Wangdue Phodrang to boost movie experience
Wangdue Phodrang will soon have its cinema hall, enhancing access to quality screenings for movie lovers. The cinema hall will...
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