Bhutan Tourism & Policy: Bhutan is set to host the inaugural Asia Visionary Summit from 6–8 November 2026, an invitation-only gathering of fewer than 500 leaders under the King’s patronage, focused on innovation, sustainability and the future of Gelephu Mindfulness City. Local Travel Experience: In Phuentshogling, a new push is helping hotels and restaurants serve more authentic Bhutanese vegetarian cuisine—15 chefs trained for a week and their recipes are compiled into a new cookbook, aiming to give border-town visitors a truer taste of Bhutan. Investment & Regional Growth: Ahead of the 2nd Invest Bhutan Summit (Jan 11–12, 2027), the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment has asked all 20 dzongkhags to submit investment-ready projects to attract quality FDI beyond urban centres. Adventure Tourism (Regional): Arunachal Pradesh’s Mechukha Trout Quest 2.0 wrapped up with a focus on sustainable, community-led eco-tourism, drawing anglers from Bhutan, Thailand and Indian states. Tourism Demand (Neighbouring): Nepal reported 1,209,357 foreign tourist arrivals in FY 2025/26, up 4.8%, with Bhutanese travellers among key source markets.