AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHydropower Deal: JSW Energy and Bhutan’s DGPC signed a shareholders’ agreement to jointly develop the 920 MW Punatsangchhu-III project, with DGPC holding 51% and JSW Neo 49%, and the detailed project report now under way. Solar Skills: Engineers have started advanced solar training at CST as Bhutan’s solar push grows toward larger utility-scale projects. Health Tech & Policy: Bhutan’s MoH is strengthening drug-resistant TB prevention and early diagnosis, aiming to close gaps in case detection while keeping treatment success above 90%. Digital Governance: Bhutan held a high-level dialogue on inclusive digital transformation and responsible AI as public services and payments move online. Food Safety: BFDA tightened mango import testing and rules after calcium carbide was found in consignments, using risk-based oversight to protect consumers. EV Affordability: Bhutan says it will assess the EV market before adding incentives, noting EVs still keep major tax advantages even after GST reforms. Trade Watch: Bhutan’s Q2 trade deficit widened to nearly Nu 24bn, driven by rising imports including fuel and smartphones. Wildlife Conservation: Ladakh’s Black-necked Crane Festival spotlighted threats to the species, while a separate effort sterilised 2,950 free-ranging dogs to protect crane chicks.
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