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Bhutan

Bhutan · BTN · South Asia

Risk Score

Guarded→ Stable

Risk Factors

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Overview

Bhutan is a landlocked Himalayan kingdom, renowned for its unique 'Gross National Happiness' development philosophy and commitment to environmental conservation. It operates as a constitutional monarchy, with its economy largely driven by hydropower exports, tourism, and agriculture. The country carefully manages its modernization process.

Leadership

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck

King

GOVERNMENT: Constitutional Monarchy

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck

Tshering Tobgay

Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel

Economy

GDP

$3.8B

GDP per Capita

$4.8K

GDP Growth

+5.0%

Inflation

5.5%

Unemployment

3.0%

HydropowerTourismAgricultureForestryConstruction

Trade

Key Exports

ElectricityFerrosiliconCementTimberCardamom

Key Imports

FuelMachinery and EquipmentVehiclesRiceConstruction Materials

Top Partners

IndiaBangladeshJapanThailand

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