Bhutan
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ITAB pushes for inclusion of IT sector in ESP
The IT Association of Bhutan (ITAB) has petitioned the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Employment (MoICE) for financial support and…
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ESP loan delays in Bhutan lower debt growth forecast
The finance ministry has revised the credit growth projection for the fiscal year 2024-25 downward by 3.4 percent to Nu…
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Tourism revival in Samdrupjongkhar stifled by credit crunch
Samdrupjongkhar—The reopening of the Samdrupjongkhar border gate for international tourists on November 7 last year brought renewed hope to a…
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India-Bhutan ties in 2024 and beyond
India’s Ambassador to Bhutan Sudhakar Dalela talks to Kuensel Reporter Thukten Zangpo about India-Bhutan relations, trade and technology, and the…
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Pemagatshel tops in financial irregularities among dzongkhags
The Royal Audit Authority (RAA) exposed major financial mismanagement, corruption, and irregularities in Pemagatshel Dzongkhag, making it the worst-performing dzongkhag…
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A Royal Honour: History of the non-Bhutanese red scarf recipients
In Bhutan, the Red Scarf, known as ‘Bura Maap’, is a prestigious symbol of rank and honour. Bestowed by His…
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BDBL approves Nu 398 million under ESP Window I
The Bhutan Development Bank Limited (BDBL) has disbursed Nu 198.36 million to applicants under the Economic Stimulus Plan (ESP). Of…
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Mandarin exports earn USD 2.38 million to date
Since the start of the mandarin export season on November 30, Bhutan has exported 185,703 boxes of oranges to Bangladesh,…
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Phase II of small hydropower projects to add 195 MW to Bhutan national grid
The second phase of four small hydropower projects, totaling 195 MW in capacity, is set to begin soon following the…
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Growth forecast for 2024 lowered amid challenges
Bhutan’s economic growth forecast for 2024 has been revised down to five percent, marking a 1.1 percent drop from earlier…
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