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The Bhutan Ecological Society, BES, has planted around 200,000 trees across 11 districts as part of its Mountains to Mangroves initiative. The initiative, launched last year, aims to plant over 10 million trees by 2030. Farmers in around 11 districts have planted 72,000 fruit trees and over 120,000 high-value timber species through the Mountains to Mangroves initiative. To encourage participation...

Despite the push for gender equality, men still dominate Bhutan’s workforce. The Industry Census 2024 reveals that 56 per cent of the total workforce is male, while women make up just 44 per cent. This gender disparity is hindering productivity and economic growth according to the report. According to the report, only 38 per cent of government employees are women,...

The country will receive its first private helicopter next month. Heli Bhutan initially planned to bring the aircraft this month. However, delays in completing the helipad have pushed back the arrival. The FDI company aims to enhance connectivity and boost tourism. The helipad at Ramtokto in Thimphu was completed recently. Heli Bhutan still has to build the hangar before the...

Bhutan recorded an increase in the population of black-necked cranes this winter. According to the Royal Society for Protection of Nature, RSPN more than 700 cranes were recorded nationwide. This is an increase of 33 cranes compared to the last winter. In contrast, Bumdeling in Trashi Yangtse has seen a steady decline in crane numbers over the years. Phobjikha in...