The Philippine government is investigating subspecializations and educating two psychiatrists at KGUMSB to address the country’s mental health needs. PEMA Helpline Services provides telecounseling services for people who don’t need…
Agency: The Royal Civil Service Commission (RCSC) has announced that from the 2025 Bhutan Civil Service Examination (BCSE) onward, candidates with specific Bachelor’s degrees in curative and clinical health sciences…
The World Bank’s Poverty and Equity Assessment 2024 warns that Bhutan’s poverty reduction efforts are at risk due to climate shocks and service gaps. The report highlights the vulnerability of…
With an overall advancement rate of 76%, the Norbugang Industrial Park in Samtse has seen an acceleration in development. The project, which is nearing completion and is valued at Nu…
Agency: With the National Assembly (NA) endorsing a 10% tax on interest income from fixed deposit interest income above Nu 300,000, the big question is how will the tax be…
Bhutan has launched a nationwide drone surveillance system to monitor its forest cover and protect biodiversity hotspots. The drones, equipped with infrared cameras and AI analysis, will track illegal logging…
A coalition of government agencies, researchers, and development partners is exploring renewable energy-powered irrigation systems to tackle food insecurity, rural joblessness, and climate vulnerability in the Philippines, with pilots in…
Bhutan has introduced a special “Digital Remote Work Visa” aimed at attracting professionals to live and work remotely from the country. The move comes as part of Bhutan’s post-COVID strategy…
The Parliament has recommended legal action for Nu 2.38 billion in unresolved public fund irregularities, using the Audit Act of Bhutan 2018, and urged government agencies to refer persistent cases…
Bhutan’s housing market is evenly split between homeowners and renters, with 53.2% owning and 46.8% renting. Rural areas have strong home ownership, while urban areas have a higher percentage of…
