AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoBhutan–Singapore Investment Boost: The National Assembly endorsed the double taxation elimination agreement with Singapore, a move lawmakers say will reduce tax friction for cross-border investors and strengthen the legal backbone for the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) push. Tourism Business Expansion: Bhutan’s Department of Industry reported 172 new tour operator licenses issued between January and 21 May 2026, bringing active licenses to 1,633, with Thimphu holding over 84% of operators. Green Finance Rollout: Bhutan is set to implement an updated Green Finance Taxonomy 2026/Addendum in phases over three years, aiming to guide banks and developers on what counts as truly climate-aligned finance and to curb greenwashing. Hydropower Export Pressure: Early 2026 hydropower export earnings fell to Nu 201.2M in Q1 despite higher generation, as export revenue declined year-on-year. Energy & Education Partnerships: MoESD signed with Singapore’s EtonHouse to establish Bhutan’s first international school, starting operations in August, while MoENR advanced work on the Nyera Amari I and II integrated hydropower DPR phase. Infrastructure Safety Debate: MPs pressed MoIT on geotechnical testing costs and on whether infrastructure planning is keeping up with climate risks, as the ministry defended the rules as essential for safety in hazard-prone areas.
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