AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNepal Foreign Policy Watch: A fresh push for “sobriety” in Nepal’s foreign affairs is making headlines, warning that political churn can create long-lasting mistakes abroad. Thailand Travel Rules: Thailand has approved ending its 60-day visa-free entry for 93 countries, with most reverting to 30 days—important for Bhutanese travellers planning longer stays. Bhutan Budget & Resilience: Bhutan’s FY 2026–27 budget (Nu 135.565B) leans heavily into capital spending for healthcare, education, agriculture, infrastructure, digital transformation, and climate resilience. Tourism Beyond Peak Season: The Bhutan Olympic Committee says it wants sports events during the off-season to keep visitors coming and support local athletes. Road Safety Concern: Parliament has raised worries about the Nganglam–Panbang highway’s worsening condition, with maintenance and widening/resurfacing work expected to run through March 2028. Population Pressure: Bhutan’s falling birth rate is again flagged as an existential economic risk, with policy attention on boosting births.
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