WTO Accession Watch: Bhutan’s WTO path is back on track after LDC graduation, with renewed talks aimed at boosting competitiveness and resilience as global trade gets more fragmented. Fuel & Consumer Trust: The E20 petrol dispute keeps running hot—Bhutan’s editor says India’s denial doesn’t match documents, while India’s petroleum ministry insists no export offer was made and calls claims “incorrect.” Cross-Border Payments: India’s UPI is set to integrate with Indonesia’s payment system, with cross-border QR links expected to make travel and trade easier. Gold Demand in Thimphu: Falling global gold prices are driving long queues at Bhutan Duty Free Limited, with digital gold access via TER also pulling in younger buyers. Infrastructure & Risk: Long-term flood and landslide mitigation plans for Phuentsholing were outlined, including hillside controls and sediment management. Rural Tourism Lift: Gelephu Mindfulness City momentum is spilling into Tsirang, where small markets and visitor traffic are improving everyday incomes. Disaster Costs: Earthquake-related insurance claims reached Nu 5.34m, while Phuentsholing floods displaced 41 families and stalled housing works. AI Compute Ambition: SATO Technologies signed an LOI with Gelephu Mindfulness City to develop a hydro-powered sovereign AI compute campus.