AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAssam Flood Solidarity: Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk sent condolences to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after deadly floods, pledging full solidarity and linking the rising disaster toll to shared climate risks. Hydropower Deal: JSW Energy and Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) signed a shareholders’ agreement to jointly develop the 920MW Punatsangchhu-III project, with DGPC holding 51% and JSW Neo Energy 49%. Tourism Forum in Malaysia: PATA announced the confirmed line-up for the PTM Knowledge Forum 2026 in Sarawak, bringing together tourism leaders to discuss partnerships and innovation. Defence Cooperation: India and Indonesia held the 12th Army-to-Army Staff Talks in Lucknow, focusing on deeper military ties and joint training. Local Planning Update: Haa Dzongkhag lifted its moratorium on construction activities within the Haa Throm boundary, effective immediately. Health Access: Bhutan launched home-based peritoneal dialysis in the capital, offering a lower-cost alternative for kidney patients. Mental Health Expansion: PEMA expanded mental health and protection services nationwide, including maternal screening and school-based wellbeing support. Wildlife Conservation: Ladakh’s Black-necked Crane Festival highlighted threats to the birds, including habitat loss and free-ranging dogs. Bhutan in Culture: Thukten Nyendra won “Rhythm of Bhutan” and will represent Bhutan at Eurovision Song Contest Asia.
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