AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTrade & Investment: Bangladesh and South Korea are set to sign a CEPA in Dhaka on Tuesday, aiming for duty-free market access and more Seoul investment—an example of how regional trade deals can reshape supply chains. India–Bhutan Development: In Thimphu, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Bhutan’s counterpart reviewed India-supported projects under Bhutan’s 13th Five-Year Plan, including the handover of 45 EV cars and inauguration of new ecological parks. Digital Assets & Finance: 3iQ will manage part of Gelephu Mindfulness City’s Bitcoin treasury, with a plan to train local staff and build a digital offshore financial hub. Energy & Solar Procurement: Bhutan’s Energy Ministry has tendered rooftop solar for three schools (8-month delivery), continuing the push from small solar pilots to wider expansion. Industry Logistics: A dedicated Budhini Immigration Facilitation Office in Samtse will speed up clearance for industrial trucks serving Norbugang Industrial Park. Forestry & Timber Economy: Bhutan is expanding private participation in timber harvesting and wood processing to boost supply and value-added manufacturing. Human–Tiger Coexistence: Three community projects launched in Nubi, Trongsa to reduce tiger conflict using early-warning tools and results-based conservation incentives. Agri-Exports: Assam’s Purabi ice cream has entered Bhutan with the first 5,627-litre international shipment, opening a new dairy export channel for cooperative farmers.
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