AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRabies Milestone: The WHO has validated Bhutan’s elimination of dog-transmitted human rabies, making it the first country in the WHO South-East Asia region to reach the milestone—thanks to a One Health approach linking human health, veterinary services, and communities. Himalayan Disaster Watch: Nepal’s Bhotekoshi flood response continues into the 10th day, with search and rescue ongoing and officials coordinating with neighbours and international partners as the crisis highlights growing Himalayan climate risks. Diplomatic Briefing: Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal told the diplomatic community the disaster must be treated as both an emergency and a warning about warming-driven vulnerability, calling for early-warning systems and climate-resilient reconstruction. Bhutan in Focus: Bhutan is also among the countries providing support to Nepal after the floods, as international aid and forensic teams step up efforts. Cultural & Heritage: Work has begun on the Buddha Dordenma in Thimphu for its first major re-gilding in more than a decade, with the renewed gold finish expected to last around 15 years. Sports Spotlight: Amit Shah inaugurated the World Archery Para Series in Ahmedabad, with Bhutan listed among participating countries.
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