AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBIMSTEC Security Push: Ajit Doval chaired the 5th BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs’ meeting in New Delhi, where member states including Bhutan backed new guiding principles to streamline maritime law enforcement and disaster relief, while also prioritising counter-terrorism, cyber threats, transnational organised crime and energy security. Regional Trade & Connectivity: The same BIMSTEC push ties security to economic stability, with officials discussing better connectivity and faster disaster response across the Bay of Bengal region. Gelephu Jobs Drive: Gelephu Mindfulness City says its digital assets and fintech ecosystem has already hired 10+ Bhutanese, with more roles expected across finance, law, marketing, hospitality and tech. Tourism Momentum: Bhutan welcomed 26% more tourists in the first five months, with Indian arrivals up 33% and SDF revenue rising, though dollar-paying revenue dipped. SOE Economic Backbone: A new Ministry of Finance report says Bhutan’s SOEs account for about a quarter of GDP and hold assets worth over four-fifths of GDP, alongside a strong profit turnaround. Local Fuel Relief: STCBL opened a new fuel retail outlet in Lhamoi Dzingkha, easing recurring shortages for thousands of residents and mining-linked demand. DHI Record Contribution: Druk Holdings and Investments reported its strongest-ever FY2025 performance, contributing Nu 24.83 billion to government coffers.
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