AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoRegional Investment: Bhutan and Thailand are looking to deepen economic ties, with Thai firms encouraged to explore opportunities in Gelephu Mindfulness City, renewable energy, tourism and services. A proposed 100-megawatt agrivoltaic project is among the areas of cooperation, while the countries’ trade agreement is expected to take effect in January 2027. Gelephu Business: GMC is drawing new commercial interest and customers to Gelephu. The 108-stupa gathering brought a surge in visitors and sales for local vendors, while a planned battery-storage manufacturing and assembly facility could create skilled jobs and supply regional markets. Enterprise Finance: Loden Tewa has launched a concessional loan facility for growing enterprises that struggle to qualify for commercial bank lending. Payments: India’s UPI payment system is now accepted in Bhutan, as well as 10 other countries, widening access to cross-border digital payments. Pay Revision: Parliament will consider a government pay revision next month, amid concerns about inflation’s impact on households and farmers.
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