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NC review flags narrow export base, market struggles for farmers

Dec 09, 2025 3 mins read
NC review flags narrow export base, market struggles for farmers

The National Council (NC) yesterday deliberated on a review report on key economic sectors presented by the Special Committee for Business Plus (SC4+), highlighting Bhutan’s continued reliance on a narrow export base, persistent logistical barriers, and worsening market conditions for farmers.

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