Bhutan

Welcome to UNDP Bhutan

UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges. As they develop local capacity, they draw on the people of UNDP and our wide range of partners.

UNDP started its assistance programme in Bhutan in 1973, although its office was established only in 1979. In Bhutan, the foundation of UNDP's work is to ensure that progress is based on people - on their needs, their efforts and their rights... Read More

Success Story

Making a difference in Lamthang, Zhemgang

Zhemgang Dzongkhag, with a population of 18,636 and a total land area of 2,421.74 square kilometers, lies in the south-central region of the country. The district remains one of the most inaccessible and remote regions in the country. Zhemgang has the highest poverty incidence in the country and remains among the most vulnerable districts in terms of Read More...

Latest News

2011 Human Development Report: Inequalities and environmental challenges threaten progress in Asia, Pacific

[28-11-2011] Environmental challenges fueled largely by rapid industrial development and deforestation sharpen inequalities within many countries and across Asia and the Pacific, and the region as a whole is by far the largest contributor to the global increase in greenhouse gas emissions in recent decades, even though East Asia's per capita emissions are still low, says the Report. Read More...

25 November 2011; International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

[28-11-2011] 25th of November is observed globally as the International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women. It is a reminder to reaffirm our commitment towards eliminating violence against women and children. Read More...

Adoption of Ministerial Declaration, Climate Change Summit

[21-11-2011] The Himalayan nations of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal adopted a declaration on behalf of their Governments wherein a regional 'framework of cooperation' was agreed upon to build resilience and buffer the impacts of climate change as a common prerogative during the Climate Change Summit held in Thimphu. Read More...

14 November Climate Summit for a Living Himalayas

[14-11-2011] Recognizing the urgent need for Himalayan nations to build resilience and buffer the impacts of climate change Bangladesh, Bhutan, India and Nepal agreed to convene the 2011 Climate Summit in Thimphu. The main purpose of the Summit was to adopt and endorse a 10 year road map for adaption to climate change in the Eastern Himalayan sub-region to ensure food, water and energy security while maintaining bio-diversity and ecosystem services. Read More...

2011 Human Development Report: Inequalities and environmental challenges threaten progress in Asia, Pacific

[03-11-2011] Environmental challenges fueled largely by rapid industrial development and deforestation sharpen inequalities within many countries and across Asia and the Pacific, according to the Report. The region as a whole is by far the largest contributor to the global increase in greenhouse gas emissions in recent decades, even though East Asia's per capita emissions are still low, says the Report. Read More...