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Bhutan’s social protection system covers just 8% of population

Aug 29, 2025 3 mins read
Bhutan’s social protection system covers just 8% of population

A new report has warned that Bhutan’s social protection system is fragmented and underfunded, leaving large sections of the population vulnerable to poverty, economic shocks, and climate risks, even as the country transitions to middle-income status.

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