In a world hungering for stories of hope and transformation, the tale of Bhutan shines like a beacon. I feel immensely blessed to witness this majestic evolution, that is not only redesigning the physical landscapes, but also the very soul of a nation. I consider it a privilege to witness this historic flowering of a country. The story of Bhutan emerges not merely as a narrative, but as a lumin
The government has proudly announced on many occasions that we are moving towards a 10X economy over the coming decades; however, it has faced serious backlash for the poor implementation of GST.
Article 8 (8) of the Constitution and Article 14 requires that "the Government shall ensure that the cost of recurrent expenditures is met f...
Bhutanese take great pride in belonging to one of the few states in Asia never to have been colonized. While history often attri...
Article 8 (8) of the Constitution and Article 14 requires that "the Government shall ensure that the cost of recurrent expenditures is met from internal resources of the country." This constitutional responsibility is crucial to national self-sufficiency and Gross National Happiness, not only tax compliance or civic duty.
As we move into 2026, we need to use what we have learnt in the past to build our institutions and our shared dedication to justice. For example, the recent, unfortunate incident of alleged custodial death, while a...
Bhutan’s unique geography, small population, and l...
As I journeyed south, Bumthang travelled with me. As I travelled north, Gelephu journeyed with me. As I live my life, Druk Yul lives inside my being.
The country’s national debt is expected to rise by nearly 26 percent this June compared to June last year.
The Year of the Snake became a defining moment for the country’s economy, as growth accelerated sharply following severa...
The Wood Female Snake Year brought major tax reforms in the country with the passage of the Income Tax Act of Bhutan 202...
The 1,125MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project (DHPP) is expected to boost the country’s economy, raising gross domes...
The Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) Steering Committee will review how to reallocate Nu 574.73 million in unspent and...
The agriculture and livestock sector is seeing an increased investor interest following major reforms in foreign direct...
For Bhutanese cinema, the National Film Awards have become something more than an annual ceremony. It is a barometer of an industry that is still young but steadily maturing.
The film also vividly portrays the realities of education in remote Bhutanese communities, where students brave treacherous rivers, dense forests, and wildlife to reach school – an enduring testament to the value placed on learning.
Last week, Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) stood at the epicentre of events that were as symbolic as they were historic. As the nation celebrated the 46th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty th...
The recent assessment by experts from the National Society for Earthquake Technology-Nepal serves as a stark reminder that Bhutan's capital sits on shaky grounds. Their warning that earthquakes do not kill people, unsafe buildings do, sh...
As we enter the Fire Male Horse Year, our nation stands at a defining crossroads. The year 2025 delivered strong macroeconomic signals and renewed optimism on paper.
The latest trade figures reveal a story written not just in ledgers, but in our daily choices.
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has submitted 35 business proposals from 12 sector associations to th...
During the two-day Bhutan SDG Impact Finance Forum held last week in Thimphu, international and high-level participants...
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has proposed the government to re-establish the high-level Private Se...
Phuentsholing—Businesses involved in extracting and exporting boulders, gravel, and sand along the Amochu river are call...
I used to run a small grocery shop in Bhutan during the pandemic. It wasn’t anything grand, just a humble little place t...
Charmi Chheda’s relationship with the stage began long before she understood what theatre could mean. At eight years old...
The capital city is, once again, under excavation. From Motithang to Babesa, roads and drains are being dug out severing...
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