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Residents of Singye Gewog in Sarpang will soon experience smoother travel as the Department of Surface Transport nears completion of blacktopping the gewog road. The project, expected to finish in three months, promises to enhance connectivity and create new economic opportunities for the community. The road, built in 2016, had not undergone major maintenance due to budget constraints. Now, as...

The government has secured over Nu 16bn toward its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) target of Nu 500bn by 2029. The finance minister during the Meet the Press session yesterday said the hydropower sector continues to be a major driver of foreign investments. The government is now working on regulatory reforms to simplify procedures and attract more investments. Last year alone,...

The people of Khotokha in Wangdue Phodrang's Bjena Gewog eagerly anticipate the transformation of their area into a tourist destination. A feasibility study showed the valley's potential for eco-tourism. If approved, the valley will be developed into a Community-Based Eco-Tourism Camp. While the valley serves as a crucial winter habitat for black-necked cranes, the local community is eager to transform...

Bhutanese entrepreneurs and businesses will benefit from equity financing as the government moves to foster a dynamic startup and innovation ecosystem. In line with its commitment of USD 100 M, the government will soon sign an agreement with a globally renowned venture capital firm. The Minister for Industry, Commerce, and Employment said that an open, accessible, and transparent application process...