Land Rights Tech: Bhutan’s National Land Commission Secretariat has launched a new digital consent system, using the National Digital Identity platform to require consent from all relevant parties before land transactions—aimed at cutting forged signatures, unauthorized deals, and ownership disputes. Education Policy: The Education ministry revised student assessment rules so students no longer need 40% separately in both written exams and continuous assessment; they will be judged on the combined score with a minimum overall 40%, after concerns about Dzongkha failures. Urban Resilience & Safety: MoIT clarified that mandatory geotechnical/soil testing under Thimphu Structure Plan 2047 and the City-wide Design Code is meant to strengthen safety in Bhutan’s high seismic risk zone, while Thimphu drainage works are designed to reduce recurring urban flooding and roadside overflow. Energy Planning: Bhutan is targeting 25,000 MW by 2040 (20,000 MW hydropower, 5,000 MW solar), with Nyera Amari I & II moving into DPR work. Regional Digital Cooperation: BIMSTEC was admitted as a Sector Member of ITU’s development arm (ITU-D), opening doors for cooperation on digital connectivity, AI, and telecom infrastructure. Heritage & Museums: Bhutan is developing national guidelines for museums and heritage galleries to standardize planning, governance, accessibility, and long-term sustainability.