The case for seasonal foreign workers in agriculture
October 11th, 2024
The agricultural sector in the country faces numerous challenges that threaten not just the livelihoods of farmers but also undermine the nation’s food security. Farmers across the country are grappling with a myriad of issues—wildlife predation, water shortages, unpredictable weather patterns, and a severe shortage of labour.
The impossible challenge: Raising Nu 500 billion FDI
October 10th, 2024
For a resource and capital strapped country, foreign direct investment (FDI)...
Need to expand our health service system
October 9th, 2024
The recent suspension of two private diagnostic centres in Thimphu—Menjong Diagnostic...
Ecotourism in Eastern Bhutan
October 8th, 2024
Eastern Bhutan, with its rich biodiversity and unspoiled landscapes, has long...
Time to push ahead with prudence
October 7th, 2024
The 1,200 MW Punatsangchhu-I Hydropower Project (PHPA-I), one of Bhutan’s most...
The changes we see
October 5th, 2024
In the latest development related to the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC),...
Our carbon potential: Challenges and solutions
October 4th, 2024
Bhutan is known for pristine forests, clean rivers, and our carbon-negative...
Mindfulness: The new paradigm
October 3rd, 2024
As the Bhutan Innovation Forum unfolds in the hallowed halls of...
A vision takes shape
October 2nd, 2024
The much-awaited Bhutan Innovation Forum started yesterday giving shape to a...
Bhutan’s quiet leadership
October 1st, 2024
As the world faces unprecedented environmental and social crises, Bhutan stands...
Making the best of our golden goose
September 30th, 2024
Hydropower is the lifeblood of our economy. The sector generates substantial...
An awful reminder
September 28th, 2024
Blocked and overflowing drains, potholes filled with rainwater to deceive motorists...
Weather forecasts: Our first line of defence against climate risks
September 27th, 2024
Our rivers, forests, and mountains are more than just picturesque landscapes—they...