Bhutan Innovation Forum underway with Royal attendance, global experts

Thimphu: The Bhutan Innovation Forum officially commenced on October 1, 2024, at Dungkar Dzong in Pangbisa, Paro, with over 1,000 participants from 60 countries.

Over 125 world-class speakers, including Nobel laureates, CEOs, and experts from various fields joined the forum.

Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay hailed the forum as a pivotal platform for reflecting on Bhutan's achievements and envisioning its future.

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He stated that Gross National Happiness was important in balancing economic growth with social progress, cultural preservation, environmental sustainability, and good governance.

The three-day forum scheduled from October 1-3 will feature over 35 sessions, focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Key topics include mindfulness, art, science, technology, education, and climate change.

The Gelephu Mindfulness City project, a visionary initiative blending tradition with modernity, will be a special focus.

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The Prime Minister further highlighted three groundbreaking innovations including Dungkar Dzong, the Bhutan Baccalaureate educational initiative, and Gelephu Mindfulness City.

These projects showcase Bhutan's forward-thinking spirit, blending tradition with modernity.

The forum aims to propel Bhutan towards a sustainable, prosperous, and inclusive future, providing a unique opportunity for global collaboration and idea-sharing, he said.