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Samtse district has recorded the highest number of breast cancer cases in the country. This is according to the Population-Based Cancer Registry. The district reported approximately 25 cases from 2019 to 2022. In response to the concerning rise in cases, the Bhutan Cancer Society, in collaboration with the health ministry and the Samtse ...
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Swiss Delegation visits Bhutan to boost economic ties - BBSCL
Aug 28, 2024 · A Swiss business delegation has arrived in Bhutan to explore potential business collaborations. According to officials, the visit intends to strengthen economic relations between Switzerland and Bhutan. A networking session was held in Thimphu today. Officials said the Swiss delegation is also keen to learn about the Gelephu Mindfulness City project and is eager …
Bhutan faces job market challenges as skills mismatch grows
Apr 10, 2024 · The World Bank in its latest Bhutan Development Update states that in Bhutan job seekers do not have the skills employers are looking for. This skills gap is growing and could cause issues in the job market in the coming years. Misalignment in educational qualifications and technical ability of job seekers are some of the issues highlighted. The report indicates that …
Bhutan This Week - BBSCL
Bhutan This Week. December 3, 2020. Bhutan This Week– a look back into the week’s top news stories from across the Kingdom. Watch Bhutan This Week on Saturday @10:30 pm. 102.
Negotiations begin to finalise free trade agreement with Thailand
May 16, 2024 · When the free trade agreement with Thailand comes through Bhutan could export its produce to Thailand without having to pay taxes to the Thai government. Negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement between the two nations have been initiated. The agreement is anticipated to be finalized by November next year. This was decided during the 5th Joint Trade Committee …
Bhutan votes for education, examining the pledges of political …
Nov 26, 2023 · Bhutan votes for education, examining the pledges of political parties. November 26, 2023. As the National Assembly elections draw near, five political parties have declared their commitment to presenting distinct and comprehensive educational agendas. While a few pledges remain similar across all parties, they have also brought in a unique set ...
Bhutan Transparency Initiative urges parliamentarians to enact ...
Mar 1, 2024 · The Bhutan Transparency Initiative is urging parliamentarians to enact a Witnesses and Whistleblowers Protection Act in the country. This was shared at a workshop attended by parliamentarians, representatives from Civil Society Organisations, and media houses in Paro, yesterday. The Bhutan Transparency Initiative emphasised that such an act would empower …
Bhutan's Human Development Index improves - BBSCL
Apr 3, 2024 · Bhutan has progressed in health and income indicators while the education indicator has remained same since 2020. In 2021, Bhutan had a score of 0.666. Bhutan stands in the medium human development category. The rankings are among 193 countries. “Bhutan jumped two places and this is due to life expectancy and income. That is good news for Bhutan.
Australia reassures its bilateral support to Bhutan post its …
Oct 7, 2022 · The Australian Ambassador to Bhutan reaffirms Australia’s continued assistance to Bhutan even after its graduation from the group of Least Developed Countries next year. Since this year also marks the 20 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries, Ambassador Barry O’ Farrell says it is a relationship that continues to grow strongly.