BIMSTEC Push on Climate and Connectivity: Nepal’s PM Balendra Shah urged BIMSTEC members—including Bhutan—to jointly tackle climate change and natural disasters, while boosting transport, trade and digital networks to deepen regional integration. Renewables Policy Move in Bhutan: Bhutan’s National Assembly advanced a Renewable Energy Tax Exemption Bill, offering time-bound tax breaks for renewable projects (hydro, solar, wind, biomass, geothermal, biofuels, green hydrogen) to cut costs and strengthen energy security. Rail Link Funding for Gelephu: India will fully fund Bhutan’s Nu 34.5 billion Kokrajhar–Gelephu rail project, a major connectivity step for the Gelephu Mindfulness City and Bhutan’s trade logistics. Neonatal Care Quality Focus: Bhutan is prioritizing better neonatal services nationwide, with new Mother and Child Hospitals in Thimphu and Mongar expected to be completed within two months. Stroke Prevention in Monastic Communities: The Bhutan Stroke Foundation launched a four-year project to reduce stroke risk in 260 monastic institutions after screenings found many people at high risk. Space Tech for Bhutan’s Risks: Indian space firms showcased satellite/AI solutions for Bhutan, including early warning for glacial lake outburst floods and support for hydropower, forestry and agriculture. World Environment Day, Conservation in Gelephu: BTFEC announced new grants for red panda tourism and elephant habitat enhancement, plus CCTV support for wildlife monitoring.