Bhutan has unveiled six new eco-tourism trails across its central and eastern regions to promote sustainable travel while generating income for remote communities. The initiative, launched by the Tourism Council…
Bhutan has inaugurated its first National AI Research Centre in Thimphu, focusing on sustainable tech applications in agriculture, environment, and education. The center is a joint venture between the Bhutanese…
Bhutan’s Ministry of Agriculture and Forests has launched an ambitious Community Forest Management plan, aiming to empower 1,200 villages to manage surrounding woodlands independently. The initiative hopes to preserve biodiversity…
Bhutan has inaugurated its National Climate Innovation Hub in Thimphu to promote climate-focused startups and green technologies. The facility will serve as an incubator for youth-led ventures in areas like…
Bhutan has inaugurated its first electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant in Paro, in partnership with a South Korean automobile firm. The facility will initially produce 5,000 EVs annually, with plans…
Bhutan’s Youth Parliament has formally submitted a proposal to the Election Commission advocating for a national digital voting system to boost youth participation. They argue that e-voting would make elections…
Bhutan has inaugurated its first solar village project in Paro, providing clean energy to over 150 remote households. The project, funded by the Asian Development Bank, aims to diversify Bhutan’s…
Bhutan has unveiled its new Sustainable Tourism Framework 2025, which includes mandatory eco-certification for all tour operators and a daily visitor impact fee. The new rules aim to control the…
Bhutan’s Ministry of Tourism has launched five new eco-tourism zones across Punakha, Trongsa, and Trashiyangtse districts. These trails will connect remote villages, promote homestays, and offer nature-based activities like birdwatching…
The Royal Government of Bhutan has launched the ‘Green Himalaya’ initiative, aiming to plant over 5 million trees by 2027. The project focuses on high-altitude regions affected by deforestation and…
