Bhutan Digital Economy: A new “digital readiness” push found many three-star hotels in Bhutan can’t fully manage Google listings, social media and online travel profiles, hurting visibility and bookings; officials say outdated websites and limited access to accounts (often created by former staff or agencies) are common, and the programme is meant to fix these gaps. Public Finance & Wages: Bhutan’s pay revision is expected soon, but only after a pay commission assesses economic conditions; the government points to inflation pressures and notes the process must follow legal steps before Cabinet and Parliament consider any raise. Private Sector Credit Costs: The government will review Bhutan’s lending rate framework with the Royal Monetary Authority and banks after concerns that high borrowing costs are slowing business growth and investment. Economic Transformation Plan: The PM’s 2026-27 priorities include eight national programmes, aiming to mobilise Nu 3.5bn in FDI, create startups and new industries beyond Thimphu/Chhukha, and expand tourism packages with targets like 300,000 visitors. Climate & Risk: Regional climate outlooks warn that even with below-normal monsoon rainfall in parts of the HKH (including Bhutan), short bursts of intense rain can still trigger flash floods and landslides, alongside drought and water-stress risks.