Among the world’s most isolated nations, Bhutan is known for its sweeping vistas, mountaintop monasteries and a Gross National Happiness Index that prioritizes wellbeing over economic growth.
Kingdom of Bhutan secretly invests millions in Bitcoin
The landlocked Himalayan country of Bhutan has been said to be secretly investing millions of dollars in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Bangladesh-Nepal power-sharing potential and an unexplored regional green energy outlook
If we create a regional power corridor between India, Bangladesh and Nepal with the option to connect Bhutan, we can tap into this renewable energy potential and divest from some fossil fuel-based pow …
Like Sri Lanka and Pakistan, Bhutan may face huge financial losses if it sides with China: Report
A new report by a Delhi-based organisation has claimed that China has continued to toy with Bhutan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity for decades by showing large parts of Bhutan as part of China …
Bangladesh to import 10 films from SAFTA countries, expand market across border
Kolkata: Bangladesh’s I&B ministry has taken a decision to import 10 films from countries that have the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) certificate. These countries are Nepal, Bhutan, India, …
Why Bhutan – home to one of the world’s most intriguing royal families – is the last Shangri-La
Another deep breath in and you realise: this is surely the cleanest air on earth. Bhutan, the country of mountains, devout Buddhism and endless smiles, isn’t just carbon neutral. With 73 per cent of …
Bhutan’s imperatives and India’s dilemmas
While India-China competition and Chinese assertiveness have triggered some changes in Bhutan’s foreign policy, recent developments suggest that continuity still looms large in Bhutan-India relations …
Japan proposes industrial hub in Bangladesh with supply chains to India
Japan has proposed developing an industrial hub in Bangladesh with supply chains to the landlocked northeastern states of India, and to Nepal and Bhutan beyond by developing a port and transport in …
Bhutan’s electric vehicle journey
While Kuensel’s regular coverage of the government’s EV project (March 26, March 19, March 14) is appreciated, the vast majority of EV owners in Bhutan, which are privately owned and not taxis, are …
India & Bhutan talk Doklam, trade and economic co-op
While Bhutan maintains that there is no change in its stance on … to further strengthen their economic and development partnership and India will provide financial support for the Himalayan …