Bhutan Digital Infrastructure: Gelephu Mindfulness City Authority signed a letter of intent with Canada-based SATO Technology Corps to build a hydro-powered AI compute campus on the Bhutan–India border, reserving 100 MW of firm power (starting with 5 MW, with potential expansion to 500 MW) and aiming to finalize contracts within 12 months. Digital Identity for Development: Sierra Leone and Bhutan signed an MoU with Sign Foundation to design and implement a secure, interoperable digital identity platform for Sierra Leone, using open-source tools and verifiable credentials, with a focus on capacity building. Local Governance & Risk: Bhutan’s government said there are no plans to rebuild the Amochhu Temporary Shelter in Phuentsholing, citing that the COVID-era structures were never meant to be permanent and now face rising flood and fire risks. Energy & Clean Power: The EU launched a €5 million regional energy connectivity project in South Asia to expand cross-border electricity trade, including Bhutan, with policy coordination and support for renewable integration. Conservation Science: A rare Himalayan flowering plant, Cyananthus hookeri, was rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh after 158 years, with the species also known from parts of Bhutan, Nepal and China. Wildlife Coexistence: Assam’s Bodoland Territorial Council launched an awareness drive to reduce human–elephant conflict around Raimona National Park, bringing together forest officials, security agencies and local communities.