AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNational Budget: Bhutan has unveiled a Nu 135.565B outlay for FY 2026–27 under “Building Resilience and Self-Reliance,” with capital spending leading and a projected deficit of Nu 25.284B (6.54% of GDP). Health & Care: The health allocation is Nu 12.43B, targeting stronger emergency response, specialized care, and digital health upgrades, including plans for new tertiary capacity and upgrades for CT/MRI/IVF services. Food & Livestock: Lawmakers are set to debate a new Livestock Bill to modernize food safety, animal welfare, and biosecurity as meat imports surge to Nu 5.8B in 2024. Regional Connectivity: Pokhara’s airport still lacks regular international flights, but it did run its first charter to India for a medical case. Debt Watch: Bhutan’s external debt rose to Nu 285.23B by 31 March 2026, underscoring reliance on hydropower-linked borrowing.
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