AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBhutan–India Business Links: Business Connect 2026 in Thimphu (15–17 Sept) spotlighted new services cooperation, including digital services, professional services and cross-border connectivity, with India aiming to scale services exports to $1T by 2030. Clean Cooking Pilot: In Gangtey Gewog, households received electric cooking stoves to cut firewood use, cooking time and smoke-related health and air-pollution impacts. Power & Resilience: Bhutan expects winter electricity imports to continue until around 2034 as hydropower output drops sharply in lean months while demand peaks. Glacial Risk Tech: NCHM is piloting a second siphon test at Thorthormi Lake to lower water levels and reduce Glacial Lake Outburst Flood risk. Digital Skills & Jobs: Bhutan’s 2026 Civil Service Exam draws 1,994 candidates for 742 vacancies, with the technical category leading. UNGA Tech Policy (Regional): At UNGA 81, Bhutan’s PM met leaders as global forums pushed inclusive AI and agency-focused frameworks. Fintech Expansion (UAE): PhonePe secured in-principle UAE licences for retail payments and digital wallets, moving beyond cross-border UPI.
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