Technology

At the recent Bhutan Innovation Forum, experts explored how artificial intelligence and augmented reality can benefit sectors such as agriculture, tourism, education, and health. Experts said that there is a need to balance the use of cutting-edge technologies with ethical...

Following the successful launch of two satellites, GovTech Agency’s Division of Telecom and Space is assembling a new satellite in the country. Unlike the previous projects, this satellite is being developed entirely by Bhutanese engineers. The satellite will be designed...

The first phase of Bhutan’s first utility-scale solar power project at Sephu in Wangdue Phodrang is set for completion by March next year. A utility-scale solar facility generates solar power and feeds it into the grid. The 17.38-megawatt solar farm...

The Department of Industry launched a new online portal called the Invest Bhutan Portal yesterday, as part of its efforts to boost foreign investment. This user-friendly platform simplifies the process for international businesses looking to invest in the country.

The students of Gyalpozhing College of Information and Technology will soon develop a Legal Aid Data Management System that will make it easier for persons with disabilities and those living below the poverty line to access free legal services. This...

Considering the growing popularity of solar power plants, the Electricity Regulatory Authority, or ERA, launched the first Licensing Regulation for Solar Power Plant 2024 yesterday in the capital. This effort of the ERA is to make the ownership of solar...

Bhutan aspires to become an ICT-enabled knowledge-based society. Various initiatives are emerging to achieve this vision. To complement the government’s effort, the Bhutan Network Operators Group or btNOG is bringing together ICT professionals from both government and private sectors. During...

The country will have a comprehensive National Cybersecurity Strategy in the 13th Five-Year Plan. It will be developed under the Digital Transformation Programme, led by the GovTech Agency. According to the Draft 13th Five Year Plan document, the government will...

With growing reliance on digital technology, managing electronic waste, or e-waste, is becoming increasingly challenging. In response, the GovTech Agency is establishing an internal task force to assess and manage e-waste at the government level, with plans for a national...

The Air Services Agreement between the Royal Government of Bhutan and the Government of the State of Kuwait, 2024 was presented in the National Assembly today. The Infrastructure and Transport Minister presented the agreement which will enhance air services between...