AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRegional Security: Ajit Doval chaired the 5th BIMSTEC National Security Chiefs’ meeting in New Delhi, bringing together security and intelligence leaders from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand to push practical cooperation on counterterrorism, cybersecurity and maritime security. Bhutan Climate Science: Bhutan recorded its warmest year in 2025, with new NCHM climate assessments showing rising temperatures, shrinking glaciers and shifting rainfall patterns that raise risks for water, glaciers and infrastructure planning. Digital Payments & Trade Tech: SAARCFINANCE governors met in Paro to discuss cross-border digital payments and financial integration, while HNLU completed a TradeLab project with UN ESCAP and CTIL contributing to regional digital trade policy publications that include Bhutan. Sustainable Tourism: Bhutan’s Department of Tourism urged hotels to adopt the Bhutan Green Hotel Standard to strengthen high-value, low-volume tourism with measurable sustainability practices. Energy & Finance (Bhutan): Druk Holdings and Investments (DHI) reported its strongest FY2025 performance, contributing a record Nu 24.83 billion to the government under its 10X Roadmap. Youth & Health Education: Bhutanese youth called for stronger comprehensive sexuality education, better youth-friendly health services and more say in policymaking during a youth-led advocacy programme.
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