AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDigital Identity: Bhutan has joined the 50-in-5 campaign to strengthen privacy-preserving digital ID through the Bhutan NDI, aiming to build trusted digital foundations for public and private services. FDI & Jobs: In the State of the Nation Report, PM Tshering Tobgay said the government will target Nu. 3.5 billion in FDI, expand the digital economy, boost agriculture, and create jobs for 5,500 youth under eight national priority programmes. Public Health Crackdown: BFDA tightened enforcement of Bhutan’s smoking ban in all designated public areas, with a Nu 500 fine for violations and clear rules for shops and commercial centres. Family Support: OCASC has identified 5,458 mothers for the Third Child Plus allowance; details are being verified and the first Nu 10,000 monthly payments are expected by month-end. Gelephu Mindfulness City: Parliament adopted a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with Singapore to boost investor confidence for GMC; meanwhile, 108 Jangchub Chortens groundwork ceremonies began across multiple sites. Tech & Governance: Bhutan’s Government Technology Agency hosted the Tech Solutions Connect Forum to showcase locally built digital tools, while the RMA imposed a six-month moratorium on new insurance licensing proposals.
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