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State President hosts welcome ceremony for King and Queen of Bhutan
HÀ NỘI — State President Lương Cường and his spouse Nguyễn Thị Minh Nguyệt hosted a red-carpet welcome ceremony in Hà Nội on Tuesday for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan, who are on a state...
Bhutan Unveils Tourism Roadmap 2025 to Drive Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
DAWA ZANGMO Thimphu Bhutan has announced its Tourism Roadmap 2025, a comprehensive national strategy that seeks to transform the tourism sector into a central pillar of economic development, cultural preservation, and community empowerment. The...
Bhutan Launches Industrial Development Roadmap to Drive Green, Inclusive Economic Growth
TIL BDR GHALLEY Thimphu The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE) has officially launched the Industrial Development Roadmap (IDR) 2025, a national initiative designed to redefine Bhutan’s approach to industrialization. Grounded in...

Bhutanese King, Queen start state visit to Việt Nam
HÀ NỘI — King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan arrived in Hà Nội on Monday, beginning their five-day state visit to Việt Nam, at the invitation of State President Lương Cường and his spouse. Welcoming the...

Stock in focus: Reliance Power arm, Bhutan firm launch renewable energy venture
Reliance Power Limited, under the leadership of Anil Ambani, announced the formation of a new joint venture with Green Digital Private Limited, a state-owned firm from Bhutan. The entity, named GDL–Reliance Solar Pte Ltd (GRSPL), was officially...

Reviving yak-rearing through wool, rangeland and market access
Bhutan’s highland communities are set to benefit from new initiatives aimed at revitalising yak-rearing by promoting fibre production, rangeland development, and global market access. You must be logged in to make comments. Don't have an account...

Bhutan moves 800 BTC to new wallets, possibly for Binance deposit
Key Takeaways Bhutan moved 800 BTC to two new wallets, possibly in preparation for a centralized exchange deposit. The entity still retains over 9,900 BTC, making Bhutan the sixth-largest government holder of Bitcoin. Share this article The Royal...

Bhutan steps beyond sustainability and launches regenerative tourism
Bhutan has taken a new step in tourism with the launch of regenerative tourism. Unlike traditional tourism models, which mainly focus on reducing harm, regenerative tourism goes a step further. It works to restore nature, strengthen communities,...
Vietnamese President hosts welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King
This is the first state visit to Vietnam by the King and Queen of Bhutan since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 2012, marking an important milestone in bilateral relations. State President Luong Cuong and King Jigme Khesar...

Bhutanese King’s Việt Nam visit expected to deepen bilateral ties: ambassador
NEW DELHI — Vietnamese Ambassador to India, Nepal and Bhutan Nguyễn Thanh Hải has highlighted the state visit to Việt Nam by King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema from August 18-22, the first by a Bhutanese monarch since the...

King’s state visit to Việt Nam: A historic milestone in Bhutan-Việt Nam relations
Rinzin Wangchuk * The arrival of Their Majesties The King and Queen of Bhutan in Việt Nam on August 18 for a five-day State Visit marks more than a diplomatic occasion; it is a moment where two nations, vastly different in size, find common ground...
Bhutanese King, Queen start state visit to Vietnam
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan arrived in Hanoi on August 18, beginning their five-day state visit to Vietnam, at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse. Bhutanese King Jigme...

Bhutan Kidney Foundation marks 13 years, supporting hundreds of patients
Bhutan Kidney Foundation has been a lifeline for kidney patients across the country. Since its establishment in 2012, the foundation has supported more than 900 patients. Around 430 patients are registered with the foundation, as it marks its 13th...

Bhutanese King’s Vietnam visit expected to deepen bilateral ties: Ambassador
New Delhi (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador to India, Nepal and Bhutan Nguyen Thanh Hai has highlighted the upcoming state visit to Vietnam by King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema from August 18-22, the first by a Bhutanese...
10X Roadmap to Drive Bhutan’s Economic Transformation
default NGAWANG JAMPHEL Thimphu Druk Holding and Investments Ltd. (DHI), Bhutan’s sovereign investment arm, has launched the 10X DHI Group Roadmap, a long-term plan to increase the group’s economic contribution tenfold by 2035 on 14 August 2025....
Indian Community in Bhutan Commemorates 79th Independence Day
DAWA ZANGMO Thimphu The Indian community in Bhutan gathered at the Indian Embassy in Thimphu on 15 August to celebrate the 79th Independence Day of India, marking a significant occasion that underscored the enduring friendship between the two...

China's Military Aggression Deals Big Blow To Border Trade Through Nathu La: Report
(MENAFN- IANS) Kathmandu, Aug 18 (IANS) As many as 400 families depending on trade between Sikkim and Tibet are facing difficulties due to the prolonged closure of the border which has hit the common people on both sides, a report has highlighted....

Bhutan King’s Việt Nam visit to step up bilateral ties
HÀ NỘI — The upcoming state visit to Việt Nam by King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and the Queen of Bhutan at the invitation of State President Lương Cường and his spouse is expected to further deepen bilateral ties and promote cooperation in...

Bhutan King’s Vietnam visit to step up bilateral ties
Hanoi (VNA) – The upcoming state visit to Vietnam by King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and the Queen of Bhutan at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse is expected to further deepen bilateral ties and promote cooperation...

Tata Motors announces re-entry into South Africa passenger vehicle market
As of now, Tata Motors exports passenger cars to only a handful of markets including Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Mauritius. Over the years, Tata Motors has built a strong reputation as a global automotive brand, not just for commercial vehicles...