Bhutan
The only country that measures progress by Gross National Happiness instead of GDP, and still has to negotiate trade and borders like everyone else.
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Jul- 2026 -12 JulyLife & Health
Bhutan pays citizens to have more children. It won’t work.
The government launched a cash incentive of US$105 monthly per third child, but housing and childcare costs—the actual barriers—remain unaddressed.
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Jun- 2026 -14 JuneCapital
India props up South Asia while smaller economies absorb the oil shock
The World Bank forecasts 6.3% regional growth for 2026, but strip India out and the figure drops to 4.0%, leaving Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bhutan exposed to energy prices and…
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Apr- 2026 -23 AprilCapital
Bhutan’s Sustainable Development Fee cut by 50% until 2027
Bhutan continues to offer a 50% reduction on its Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), setting it at USD 100 per person per night. This reduced rate is effective until August 31,…
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Feb- 2026 -24 FebruaryLife & Health
Bhutan implements 5% GST on all tour packages effective January 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, Bhutan introduced a mandatory 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on all tourism-related services, including hotels, private guides, and transport. This replaces the previous fragmented sales…
