The Bhutan Journal 6.1

Editorial This edition of The Bhutan Journal is solemnly dedicated to the memory of the late Dr. Govinda Rizal—scholar, activist, and co-founding editor of this publication. Since the journal’s inception in 2019, Dr. Rizal remained a steadfast pillar of …

Bhutan celebrates Expo National Day at World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan

Bhutan’s rich culture, tradition, and development philosophy are taking centre stage at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. The country celebrated its Expo National Day in the Japanese city, coinciding with the birth anniversary of His Majesty the …

Bhutan’s Rising Star Sangay Tsheltrim Joins the Cast of ‘Akhanda 2’

In an exciting development for fans of Indian cinema, Sangay Tsheltrim, the Bhutanese actor known for his role in the blockbuster Jawan, is set to join the cast of the highly anticipated sequel, Akhanda 2. Tsheltrim, a former captain of the Royal …

Gelephu: Bhutan’s Emerging Trade Powerhouse

Gelephu is a significant trade hub. Historically, Gelephu has played a major role in the country’s trade, showing resilience through economic fluctuations and political upheavals. Its proximity to India is boon for both import and customers from across the …

Bhutan’s Gelephu City: Sustainable, Strategic—and India-Led

Bhutan is quietly reshaping its global footprint with an ambitious project: the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). This week’s Defence Mantra unpacks how the Himalayan kingdom’s vision is not just spiritual, but deeply strategic — and crucially, it has India’ …

A Life of Purpose: Bhutan Watch to Launch Special Publication in Memory of Dr. Govinda Rizal

Tomorrow is May 5 2025. Exactly a year ago on this date, the Global Bhutanese Diasporic community lost one of its finest scholars, researchers, educationists, leaders, activists, scientists, and authors, Dr. Govinda Rizal, in a tragic bus accident in …

Royal Bitcoin Drain: Bhutan Quietly Dumps 2,584 BTC in 40 Days 

Discover Bhutan: The Thunder Dragon Kingdom beckons travellers

The country’s rich art and culture are woven into everyday life — from the stunning, hand-painted dzongs and sacred monasteries to rhythmic mask dances, traditional textiles, and intricate Buddhist symbolism. For Thai visitors, Bhutan offers not just a …

Bhutan registers 857 electric vehicles

Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption is gaining momentum in Bhutan as the country continues its push towards achieving net-zero emissions. The steady growth in EV numbers reflects a shift in consumer preferences, supported by government initiatives to promote …

Why Bhutan continues to fall in Press Freedom Ranking?

Bhutan’s fall in the press freedom index continues, with the country falling by another five positions, and taking the 152nd position, from the 180 countries assessed by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). In 2024, Bhutan was ranked 147. The assessment is …