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GMC offers low-rate income tax to achieve 10X productivity goal

Mar 25, 2026 4 mins read
GMC offers low-rate income tax to achieve 10X productivity goal

Bhutan now operates under two distinct income tax systems. The Income Tax of Bhutan (Amendment) Act 2025 applies across the country under the Royal Government of Bhutan (RGoB), while the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) Income Tax 2025 framework introduces separate rules for individuals and businesses within the economic hub.

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