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Economy & Business

Latest economy & business stories from across Bhutanese outlets.

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Two cabinet ministers resign

13 hours agoBy sangye

Two ministers have voluntarily resigned from their Cabinet portfolios – Minister for Home Affairs Tshering and Minister for Energy and Natural Resources Gem Tshering. According to a news release from the Prime ...

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RMA reviews BNB over double deduction of maintenance charges

14 hours agoBy sangye

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Workshop owners support Olakha infrastructure development, raise business concerns

19 hours agoBy Sonam Pem

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Taktse businesses see new hope with student return

YesterdayBy Sonam Pem

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Foreign reserves fall by USD 31M but remain above critical level

2 days agoBy sangye

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Local leaders seek 24-hour fuel service at Pam depot in Trashigang

2 days agoBy sangye

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Bhutan's industries struggle to grow beyond small scale: Annual Industry Report 2026

5 days agoBy Sonam Pem

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Bhutan maps what lies beneath; finds copper, tungsten and promise of heat

5 days agoBy Sonam Pem

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Many businesses still adjusting to GST compliance as DRC tightens enforcement

5 days agoBy sangye

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Bhutan Sports Ventures launched to build sustainable sports economy

4 Aug 2026, 17:09By sangye

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New investment plan aims to strengthen Bhutan's water security

1 Aug 2026, 16:05By Sonam Pem

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Refund refusals and undelivered goods top consumer complaints

19 Jul 2026, 17:24By Sonam Pem

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Bhutan, Japan mark 40 years of partnership, chart future development cooperation

18 Jul 2026, 16:02By Sonam Pem

Also covered by The Bhutan Live

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GMC's digital economy creates new job prospects

17 Jul 2026, 14:41By sangye

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More tourists, but Bhutan seeks longer stays for greater returns

16 Jul 2026, 17:33By sangye

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Monggar upgrades dzongkhag roads to improve safety and connectivity

16 Jul 2026, 16:41By sangye

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New fuel outlet brings relief to Lhamoi Dzingkha residents

16 Jul 2026, 16:28By sangye

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GMC strengthens hospitality safety measures with new standards

13 Jul 2026, 16:49By Sonam Pem

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Chamkuna Bailey bridge plan stalled over clearance issue

13 Jul 2026, 11:17By sangye

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Jamjee solar project reaches 50% completion

11 Jul 2026, 15:56By sangye

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Ministry confirms safety of Bhutanese in Gulf region despite latest escalation

10 Jul 2026, 17:19By Sonam Pem

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Tsirang vendors continue trading in darkness, awaiting market lights

10 Jul 2026, 16:42By Sonam Pem

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Inflation hits 7.72% as food and transport costs climb

9 Jul 2026, 19:28By sangye

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South Asian central banks push for regional digital payment network

9 Jul 2026, 18:44By sangye

Also covered by The Bhutan Live

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Government to seek additional funds as ESP Education Loan demand exceeds budget

8 Jul 2026, 15:55By sangye

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Falling gold prices fuel long queues at Bhutan Duty Free Limited outlet in Thimphu

7 Jul 2026, 17:05By Sonam Pem

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Gelephu–Tareythang road project moves closer to construction

6 Jul 2026, 18:17By sangye

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Scrap businesses sustain livelihoods and cleaner communities

6 Jul 2026, 16:14By sangye

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Government receives 284 application for 5% hotel loan subsidy

4 Jul 2026, 17:02By Sonam Pem

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Damphu LAP II takes shape as infrastructure works gather pace

2 Jul 2026, 17:37By Sonam Pem

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Construction begins on 100MW Solar Project in Samdrup Jongkhar

2 Jul 2026, 16:29By Sonam Pem

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Young entrepreneur turns cattle fodder into thriving oat business

2 Jul 2026, 11:16By sangye

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Hotel workers assessed and certified to raise hospitality standards

1 Jul 2026, 17:01By sangye

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DHI contributes nearly Nu 25 billion to government in 2025

1 Jul 2026, 16:25By sangye

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New equipment to boost jobs for skilled workers

30 Jun 2026, 17:08By Sonam Pem

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Tsirang farmers get dedicated market facility

30 Jun 2026, 16:39By Sonam Pem

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Bhutan Temple Complex construction begins in Nepal's Lumbini

28 Jun 2026, 12:17By sangye

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GST exemptions on additional essentials now in effect

26 Jun 2026, 16:42By sangye

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Government travel expense rises despite rationalization efforts

24 Jun 2026, 17:20By Sonam Pem

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Domestic revenue expected to rise nearly 10% next fiscal year

23 Jun 2026, 19:27By Sonam Pem

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GMC tourism plan offers investment opportunities to Bhutanese businesses

22 Jun 2026, 17:54By sangye

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Tax concession encourages farmers to revive fallow land

22 Jun 2026, 10:24By sangye

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National Entrepreneurship Strategy 2026 targets faster licensing and business growth

21 Jun 2026, 14:34By sangye

Also covered by The Bhutan Live

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Phuentshogling to be developed into gateway for tourism and trade

21 Jun 2026, 12:36By sangye

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Skills training centre to offer short-term courses without formal qualifications

20 Jun 2026, 15:28By sangye

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Health ministry, World Bank discuss ways to reduce wasteful health spending

19 Jun 2026, 17:43By Sonam Pem

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Major development progress achieved, but challenges loom for long-term growth: PM

16 Jun 2026, 18:58By Sonam Pem

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Economy grows 30 per cent since start of 13th FYP, says Prime Minister

16 Jun 2026, 18:00By sangye

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Businesses call for regulatory reforms in Phuentshogling and Samtse

15 Jun 2026, 16:42By sangye

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Construction audit issues linked to experienced workforce shortage, says PAC

14 Jun 2026, 16:57By Sonam Pem

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Carbon-financed initiative to boost Bhutan’s clean cooking transition

14 Jun 2026, 16:26By Sonam Pem

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Finance ministry to address Closed Work Accounts issue with new digital system

12 Jun 2026, 18:59By Sonam Pem

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Billions in audit irregularities remain unresolved over 15 Years

12 Jun 2026, 17:39By sangye

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Bhutan International Travel Mart draws 200 global buyers as country targets tourism growth

11 Jun 2026, 17:51By sangye

Also covered by Kuensel, International, The Bhutan Live

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Tourism infrastructure rollout slow despite billion-ngultrum allocation, NA MP seeks clarity

10 Jun 2026, 10:37By Tshering Zam

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NC weighs Renewable Energy Tax Exemption Bill 2026

9 Jun 2026, 17:46By Tshering Zam

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NC Member question rising capital budget amid persistent underutilisation
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Private initiative transforms village market into thriving business centre
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MPs call for greater fiscal autonomy for local governments
8 Jun 2026, 18:22By sangye
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Government explores additional funding for Concessional Education Loan Scheme
7 Jun 2026, 17:18By Tshering Zam