AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIndia–EU Trade: The European Commission has formally sent its proposal to the EU Council to sign and conclude the India–EU Free Trade Agreement, moving it toward ratification; the deal would cut or remove tariffs on about 96% of EU goods exports to India and could reshape a €180 billion trade relationship. Regional Power Cooperation: Experts urged BIMSTEC members to go beyond grid-code harmonisation and align policies and regulation to advance regional electricity cooperation. Gelephu Urban Economy: Gelephu’s Mindfulness City Authority has appointed Nikken Sekkei to revitalise Gelephu Old Town, rebuilding about 40 buildings to make the area more walkable, business-friendly and resilient while keeping Bhutanese character. Bhutan Tourism & Markets: Bhutan’s Department of Tourism appointed BlinkBrand Solutions as PR and sales representative for India and MENA, targeting high-value, low-volume and regenerative tourism. Bhutan Finance & Markets: Bhutan’s stock market saw mixed trading, with the Bhutan Stock Index at 1,175.44 and manufacturing leading sector performance. Skills & Jobs: Bhutan’s beauty and wellness sector is gaining traction as nearly 200 beauticians showcased skills for International Beauty Day, highlighting entrepreneurship as a youth livelihood path. Culture & Recognition: Bhutanese artist Pem Lham won the Rubin Museum Himalayan Art Prize, with the award to be presented in Thimphu.
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