AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIndia–Bhutan Deal Flow: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Bhutan FM Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel in Bumthang and unveiled/advanced major bilateral projects across energy, healthcare, and connectivity—including a 500 kW Lunana hydropower foundation stone, a 65-bed Mother and Child Hospital inauguration in Mongar, and the Jaganathan Bridge under Project Dantak—while also handing over 43 pureline Jersey cows to boost dairy output. Energy Transition in Bhutan: Reports highlight solar’s rise alongside hydropower as winter demand strains river flows, with engineers pointing to new solar farms like Dechencholing and plans to scale generation. Logistics Leadership: Blue Dart appointed R.S. Subramanian as Managing Director effective Nov 30, 2026, with his remit spanning South Asia operations that include Bhutan. Digital Payments Policy Spillover: India’s RBI backed a new UPI MDR for merchant payments above Rs 2,000 from Oct 15—relevant for Bhutan-linked commerce and cross-border payment planning. AI Infrastructure Interest: Bitdeer said it signed a non-binding plan to develop an AI data center in Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City, targeting initial 30 MW renewable capacity.
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