AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoBhutan Health: Bhutan has been certified by the World Health Organization as rabies-free, with no human deaths from dog-transmitted rabies since June 2023, after a long-running “One Health” push led by the King and community participation. Primary Care: The National Primary Health Care Forum 2026 is underway in Tsirang, focusing on making primary healthcare more accessible and people-centred as Bhutan works toward universal health coverage. Tourism & Culture: The Black Mountain festival returns to Trongsa on Oct 2-4, with community-led cultural experiences, local products and a highway corridor activation to turn Trongsa from a transit stop into a destination. Animal Welfare: RSPCA Bhutan inaugurated a new animal shelter and day-care facility in Thimphu, boosting rescue and rehabilitation capacity. Sustainable Tourism: World Tourism Day saw initiatives in Chhukha, including a Prosperous Phuentshogling brand push with digital tools and a regulatory sandbox for events. Regional Spotlight: Bhutan also featured in wider Himalayan climate and disaster-preparedness discussions after the Nepal-Tibet floods, with calls for better early warning and resilience.
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