Economy
Inflation increases to 2.49 per cent in April, 2025
The inflation in April this year increased to 2.49 per cent. The inflation has been on slight rise compared to...
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National Assembly decides to reduce Goods and Services Tax from seven to five per cent
The National Assembly has decided to reduce the Goods and Services Tax rate to five per cent. The Economic and...
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NA moves to discontinue tourist airfare subsidy scheme
The subsidised airfare scheme for international tourists is likely to be discontinued six months after its launch. Twenty-one out of...
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Finance Minister says government pushes for fairer tax system with fixed deposit interest levy
Following widespread public debate over the government’s decision to levy a 10 per cent tax on interest earned from fixed...
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ESP makes strong early gains: MoICE Minister
The implementation of the Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP), though in its early phase, is showing promising progress. According to the...
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Fixed deposit interest to be taxed at 10% under proposed Income Tax Bill
Under the proposed Income Tax Bill 2025, individuals earning interest from fixed deposit accounts could face a 10 per cent...
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RMA to roll out seven new measures for loan repayment support
The Royal Monetary Authority (RMA) will implement seven monetary measures to support loan repayment. The measures will be implemented after...
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Bhutan’s 21st-Century Economic Roadmap officially launched, targets tenfold GDP growth
Coinciding with Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen’s birthday, Bhutan’s 21st-Century Economic Roadmap: A 10X National Economic Vision was officially launched today....
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RMA to introduce updated online payment gateway for tourists, says PM
The Royal Monetary Authority (RMA) will soon introduce an updated online payment gateway for tourists. During today’s National Assembly question...
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NC pushes local wood branding to cut imports and boost GDP
Bhutan imports at least Nu 4bn worth of wood products compared to some Nu 700 M of timber exports last...
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