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Thromde Elections (Phuentshogling): Candidates are campaigning hard ahead of polling, with Phuentshogling Thrompon hopefuls promising fixes on water supply and faster Local Area Plan implementation to speed up urban development. Energy & Climate Resilience: The ADB approved a USD 160 million loan to expand Bhutan’s solar capacity by at least 310 MW, aiming to strengthen energy security and grid upgrades. Education Loan Pressure: Bhutan’s ESP Education Loan Scheme faces a funding shortfall after demand surged—1,188 applications worth over Nu 1.1bn—but the government says it will support all eligible applicants while seeking extra funds. Environment Watch: In Gangtey–Phobji, waste management is under strain as the local landfill has filled up, forcing temporary dumping and raising concerns for a fast-growing tourist hub. Regional Politics (Nepal): Nepal’s court convicted senior figures in the fake Bhutanese refugee scam, including former deputy PM Top Bahadur Rayamajhi and former home minister Bal Krishna Khand, with sentencing set for later. Tech & Investment: Sato Technologies signed a letter of intent to develop an AI data centre in Gelephu Mindfulness City, starting with 5MW and potentially scaling up.

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Jun. 16, 2026

Bhutan and Singapore Deepen Agri-Food Trade Ties as First Bhutan Market Opens in the City-State

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