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Pelela handicraft business faces an uncertain future

Sep 05, 2025 2 mins read
Pelela handicraft business faces an uncertain future

Trongsa—High on the windy Pelela Pass, huddled inside a small, makeshift stall, Leki Dema’s fingers are in constant motion. She quietly weaves a keyra, a traditional belt, a rhythm of patience that fills the quiet moments between customers.

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