AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoGelephu Project 108: Authorities are preparing for more than 40,000 vehicles ahead of the November 1 ceremony to raise 108 Jangchub Chortens. Traffic restrictions, free transport and expanded water and sanitation services are planned, while a temporary immigration post at Hatisar gives international visitors a more direct route to Gelephu. Economic Pressures: The ADB has approved USD 17.42 million to help protect vulnerable households from rising costs linked to the Middle East conflict. Bhutanese ferroalloy makers are also facing raw-material shortages after transit restrictions in West Bengal. Highland Communities: Bhutan, India and Nepal have launched a yak herders’ network, hosted by Bhutan, to tackle declining yak numbers and pressures on traditional livelihoods. Culture and Climate: His Majesty The King launched Yoeja, a Buddhist offering tradition, while the Snowman Race brought international runners to Bhutan to raise awareness of climate change. Dawa Chozom and Pema Choki were among the top finishers.
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