Bhutan
Towards a Smooth Transition Strategy for Bhutan
The document provides the main elements for planning for a smooth transition and adjustment to the post-graduation phase of Bhutan’s development. It analyses the development trajectory of the country and discusses the implications of graduation and the ensuing loss of international support measures.
Colours of Bhutan gets noticed in international markets
Small businesses in smaller countries such as Bhutan can benefit extensively from training and coaching aimed at building their capacity. These initiatives can help them adopt new and innovative ways of improving quality and skillfully presenting their products to attract the right buyers.
Opening high-end markets for Bhutanese handicrafts
The handicraft textile industry is an integral part of life and culture in Bhutan employing about half the country’s workforce. However if the sector is going to succeed in high-end markets the design and quality of handicraft textile products require further enhancements to be able to compete in Europe or Japan.
No. 51523. United States of America and Bhutan
Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Royal Government of Bhutan regarding the surrender of persons to the International Criminal Court. Washington 2 May 2003
Bhutan
Bhutan is a small landlocked country in the eastern Himalayas situated between India and China. The country is almost entirely mountainous; the southern border with India is at an elevation of around 300 meters above sea level and the northern border with China is more than 7500 meters above sea level (ADB 2013). Limited access to the global market together with the rugged terrain that constrains infrastructure development poses a significant challenge to the country’s development and diversification. Tense diplomatic relations with China moreover constrain the country’s ability to overcome its reliance on India. India was the destination of 94 per cent of Bhutan’s exports and the origin of 79 per cent of imports in 2012. India also accounted for 93 per cent of net capital inflows in the 2014–2015 fiscal year.
No. 51483. United States of America and Bhutan
Exchange of notes constituting an Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Royal Government of Bhutan concerning a bilateral work agreement for dependents of officials serving in their respective countries. Washington 22 September 2004 and New York 22 September 2004