Uncertainty Grows Over Kanglung Education Centre
Plans to establish Kanglung in Trashigang as an education centre remain stalled nearly a decade after the initiative was first announced. The project, pledged by the People’s Democratic Party during…
Japan’s Princess Akiko Visits Bhutan to Mark 40 Years of Ties Meets King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Japan’s Princess Akiko of Mikasa arrived in Bhutan on an official visit to commemorate the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations. During her visit, she was received…
Bhutan-Japan Relations Mark 40th Anniversary with Royal Visit
Princess Akiko of Mikasa is visiting Bhutan from August 7 to 14 as Bhutan and Japan mark the 40th anniversary of their diplomatic relations.King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen…
From Australia to Bhutan: Couple Builds Business Back Home
After spending more than seven years in Australia, Yeshey Choden and her husband, Dawa Gyeltshen, returned to Bhutan in 2022 to build a business and raise their family closer to…
Taktse businesses see new hope with student return
The resumption of student enrolment at the Trongsa College for Heritage and Contemporary Studies has brought renewed hope to businesses in Taktse village. Shops and rental buildings near the college…
Highlight the five contestants competing to become Bhutan’s first representative
Bhutan prepares for a historic Eurovision Asia debut as five finalists compete to become the country’s first representative at the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026. After months of auditions,…
24-Hour SDF waiver to expand beyond Rinchending from September
Currently, visitors using the 24-hour SDF waiver cannot travel beyond the Rinchending checkpost. From September, they will be allowed to visit Milarepa Lhakhang and the Pachu Community Ecotourism Site during…
Taktse businesses see new hope with student return
The resumption of student enrolment at the Trongsa College for Heritage and Contemporary Studies has brought renewed hope to businesses in Taktse village. Shops and rental buildings near the college…
Bhutan Refuses India’s E20 Fuel and Demands Plain Petrol Due to Mountain Terrain and Storage Risks
According to reports citing Bhutan’s Department of Trade, the Himalayan nation has opted not to import India’s newly rolled-out E20 petrol (a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% gasoline) and…
Towards a More Accessible, Inclusive and Trusted Justice System
Bhutan’s journey towards a people-centred, trusted and inclusive justice system reflects its strong commitment to dignity, fairness and the rule of law. Sustaining a high-quality pipeline of Bhutanese legal professionals…