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Bhutan · BTN · South Asia
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Risk Score
Guarded→ Stable
Risk Factors
No recent events in pipeline
Overview
Bhutan is a landlocked Himalayan kingdom renowned for its unique philosophy of Gross National Happiness and its commitment to environmental conservation. It transitioned to a constitutional monarchy in 2008 and carefully manages tourism to preserve its culture and ecology. The economy is largely based on hydropower exports, agriculture, and forestry.
Leadership
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Druk Gyalpo (Dragon King)
Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Economy
GDP
$3.5B
GDP per Capita
$4.5K
GDP Growth
+5.0%
Inflation
4.5%
Unemployment
3.0%
HydropowerAgricultureForestryTourismConstruction
Trade
Key Exports
Electricity (hydropower)FerrosiliconCementCalcium carbideTimber
Key Imports
FuelMachineryVehiclesRiceConstruction materials
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