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2022 GNH Report

The book highlights that the period between 2015 and 2022 witnessed an increase in GNH, reflecting Bhutan’s steadfast commitment to fostering an environment conducive to happiness and wellbeing. GNH increase was driven primarily by improvements in housing, income, schooling, services, and literacy, but also by positive emotions – which increased despite the pandemic. However, several indicators deteriorated, reflecting other impacts of the pandemic, including healthy days, cultural and political participation, mental health, and Driglam Namzha.

By admin 23rd May 2023 Off

Fourth International Vajrayāna Buddhism Conference

The forthcoming International Conference on Vajrayāna Buddhism in Thimphu, Bhutan, will be hosted at Zhichenkhar from 1st to 4th October, 2022. The Centre for Bhutan & GNH Studies (CBS) is financially supported for this conference by International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), India.  As in the past, the CBS and Central Monastic Body of Bhutan will organize this conference in close cooperation. The theme for this year’s conference is “Modernity of Buddhism”.

By admin 31st May 2022 Off