Bhutan – Page 33 – South Asian Correspondent

July 7, 2023

Indo-Bhutan co-ordination meet held in Bhairabkunda of Udalguri

TANGLA: In a bid to boost the mutual coordination and trust between India and Bhutan, a coordination meet was held…

Recognizing the pride of the Bhutanese people in contributing to the UN’s peacekeeping mission since September 2014, the USG applauded the excellent experience the UN has had with Bhutanese peacekeepers.

July 4, 2023

UN Official Commends Bhutan’s Contributions to Peacekeeping Efforts

Thimphu: The Under Secretary General (USG) for Peace Operations of the United Nations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, expressed the organization’s willingness to explore…

the Bhutanese Buddhist and Cultural Centre (BBCC) on Wednesday to commemorate the Treldha Tshechu.

July 2, 2023

Chhoetshogs at the centre of divisions among Bhutanese in Canberra?

By Rinzin Wangchuk In a show of unity and shared devotion to Buddhist beliefs, hundreds of Bhutanese residents of Canberra…

The SDF is designed to attract wealthy tourists and discourage budget travelers who reportedly spoil the environment. (Pic source: Pixabay)

June 26, 2023

Bhutan lowers daily tourist tax for visitors; check out the details

Thimphu: Bhutan, a country known to charge tourists Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) per night, is now lowering the fees for tourists…

The National Council (NC) recommended that Income Tax (Amendment) Bill

June 24, 2023

Bhutan’s NC committee recommends customising inflation parameters

Dechen Dolkar The Economic Affairs Committee (EAC) of the National Council recommended changing the parameters of inflation in Bhutanese context,…

June 22, 2023

Bhutan lowers $200-a-night tourism tax for visitors who stay for longer

Thimphu: Bhutan will lower the nightly fees it charges tourists who stay more than four days, in an attempt to boost…

The new rules are coming into effect this month, as per Bhutan authorities.

June 21, 2023

Bhutan Lowers Daily Tourist Tax For Visitors, But There Is A Catch

Thimphu: Bhutan is lowering a fees it charges tourists who stay for more than four nights. According to a report in…

The JICA Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) aims to strengthen emergency response capabilities and foster the development of a resilient society in the Thimphu and Paro River Basins

June 19, 2023

JICA supports Bhutan disaster preparedness

Thimphu: In a concerted effort to bolster the country’s disaster preparedness and response capabilities, the National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology…