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Gross National Happiness

Bhutan measures progress not by GDP, but by the well-being of its people.

4 Pillars of GNH

Good Governance

Transparent, accountable leadership

Sustainable Development

Economy that serves people & planet

Cultural Preservation

Living traditions, language, arts

Environmental Conservation

72% forest cover by law

9 Domains Measured

Health

Education

Mental wellness

Time Use

Cultural Diversity

Good Governance

Community Vitality

Ecological Resilience

Living Standards

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Gelephu Mindfulness City

A $100 billion smart city project redefining sustainable urban development

"A city shaped by nature, not imposed upon it"

Winner of 2025 Holcim Award for Sustainable Construction

Core Sectors

Spiritual Tourism Health & Wellness Education Agri-Tech Green Energy Fintech & Crypto

10,000 BTC

Government investment

2026

Digital Nomad Visa launched

Carbon Negative

Entire city design

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Bhutan's Key Economic Sectors

Understanding Bhutan’s economy: hydropower, agriculture, tourism, and emerging industries

Hydropower

Bhutan's largest revenue source. 72% of electricity is exported to India. Major projects include Punatsangchhu I & II.

Agriculture

57% of population engaged. Focus on organic farming. Bhutan aims to be 100% organic by 2030.

Tourism

High-value, low-volume policy. Sustainable Tourism Fee reinvested in infrastructure and conservation.

ICT & Digital Economy

Rapidly growing. National AI Strategy 2025 launched. Data centers, fintech, education tech.

Manufacturing

Focus on agro-processing, creative industries, green technology. Industrial Development Roadmap 2025.

Mining & Minerals

Bhutan possesses substantial industrial mineral resources, including dolomite, gypsum, and coal.

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