AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoClimate & Risk: ICIMOD says HKH’s 2026 monsoon may be below normal for Bhutan, but disaster risk stays high as short bursts of intense rain, heat and water stress can still trigger flash floods and landslides. Tourism Trade: Bhutan International Travel Mart in Thimphu drew 200+ international buyers from 15 countries, aiming to turn tourism into a bigger business engine. Energy & Public Infrastructure: DGPC installed solar panels at 187 public facilities across Thimphu, Chhukha and Basochhu, targeting cleaner power and reduced reliance on hydropower. Renewables Policy: Bhutan’s Renewable Energy Tax Exemption bill advanced in the National Assembly, pushing investment momentum in the energy sector. Hydropower Procurement: UPERC approved long-term power procurement of 511 MW from a Bhutan hydropower project, reinforcing cross-border electricity demand. Industry Leadership: SJVN appointed Rajesh Kumar Chandel as Director (Projects), with deep experience across hydroelectric planning and execution in India, Nepal and Bhutan. Regional Connectivity Finance: ADB and World Bank-backed business opportunities in South Asia were highlighted in Bangladesh, with a push for more private-sector participation in infrastructure and logistics.
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