AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTrongsa Hospitality Story: After nearly a decade with the UN abroad, Pema Namgyel has returned to his roots in Trongsa to build the Willing Waterfall Café and Willing Resort—turning a former quarry into a landmark stop that blends nature, local culture, and community. Bhutan Tourism Push: Bhutan is gearing up for the first Bhutan International Travel Mart in Thimphu (11–13 June, 2026), aiming for “high-value, low-volume” partnerships with tour operators, hotels, airlines, and destination specialists. Energy & Growth: Bhutan and the World Bank signed a USD 515m financing deal for the Dorjilung HPP (1,125 MW), targeting major clean power gains and winter supply stability. Health Watch: With monsoon season approaching, authorities are stepping up malaria prevention in southern border dzongkhags after a 2024 rise linked to outbreaks in Assam and West Bengal. Culture on the Move: Sakteng’s Great Yeti Quest festival is underway, spotlighting Brokpa folklore while promoting eco-tourism and local livelihoods.
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