AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBhutan–Singapore Tax Deal: The National Assembly endorsed the Bhutan–Singapore double taxation treaty, seen as a boost for investor confidence and Gelephu Mindfulness City’s global investment push. Education Support: Nu 237.5 million was allocated to help Class 12 Arts students affected by RUB’s earlier policy shift. New International School: MoESD signed with EtonHouse to set up Bhutan’s first international school, starting operations in August in Thimphu. Museums & Heritage Standards: DCDD is drafting unified national guidelines to standardise how museums and heritage galleries are planned, approved and managed. Human-Wildlife Relief Framework: MoENR is preparing a casualty relief and accountability framework for victims of wildlife attacks, after compensation provisions existed but no mechanism was in place. Infrastructure Scrutiny: MPs pressed MoIT on whether geotechnical checks and design standards are strong enough for climate risks, while the government said safety and resilience require such assessments. Green Finance Push: Bhutan’s updated Green Finance Taxonomy (2026 addendum) will roll out in phases over three years. UPI Spillover: India’s UPI hit record May numbers (23.2 billion transactions; value near Rs 30 lakh crore), driven by travel and IPL fever.
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