BUSINESS

Since the launch of the revised FDI Rules & Regulations in August 2025, the Ministry Industry Commerce and Employment (MoICE) has approved a total of four Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects, according to MoICE. In addition, 15 FDI projects have been approved in principle and issued FDI Registration Certificates since …

The Chief of the Department of Energy, MoENR, Dawa Choden, stated that Bhutan is adopting a more cautious, technically rigorous and disciplined approach to hydropower development following several setbacks at Puna II. The cost escalations at Puna II stemmed from unavoidable natural events, including a shear zone at the dam …

Project DANTAK is undertaking extensive long-term stabilization works along the Damchu–Chukha bypass after a series of severe rain-induced damages forced repeated closures in October and November this year. The bypass, which lies in a geologically fragile zone, sustained significant pavement damages due to landslides across multiple locations, prompting an emergency …

The Bhutan Stroke Foundation (BSF), in collaboration with Think Locally, Act Globally (TLAG) from Japan, has introduced a new initiative to explore the integration of agricultural activities into stroke rehabilitation in Bhutan. The initiative aims to study how engaging stroke survivors in structured farming tasks can support both physical and …

By Tashi Dema As Nishimizu wrote, “Fortunate are the people who beheld such a leader. Precious is the leader who receives such a tribute.” At the tender age of sixteen, amid mourning for the late king, his father, and trepidations of the future unseen, the young prince anchored to peace, …

His Majesty The Fourth Druk Gyalpo Jigme Singye Wangchuck played a significant role in recognizing and nurturing the country’s  private sector as an essential partner in national development. Starting with the Sixth Five-Year Plan (1987–1992), His Majesty formally recognized the private sector as a key partner in economic growth. Early …

His Majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, who reigned from 24th July 1972, to 9th December 2006, reshaped Bhutan’s place in the world. Under His Majesty’s farsighted leadership, Bhutan gradually expanded its diplomatic horizons while remaining deeply rooted in its cultural and spiritual values. His Majesty strengthened Bhutan’s …

As Bhutan prepares to celebrate the 70th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, the nation reflects not only on the extraordinary leadership that shaped modern Bhutan, but also on the lesser-known story of a King whose athletic spirit and love for basketball changed …

“There is nothing here. What nutrients shall I eat?” asks Rinchen Zam, 23, reflecting on her pregnancy in the highlands of Laya. She knows that a balanced diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and meat is vital for a healthy pregnancy, yet access to these foods is severely limited in …

Hydropower has been the cornerstone of Bhutan’s economic development. Today, it contributes 41 percent of national income and approximately 13 percent of GDP, making it one of the most important export sectors in the country. Beyond the revenue, it generates, hydropower has enabled industrial growth, supported infrastructure development, and ensured …