For decades, Silicon Valley has shaped how the world thinks about innovation, entrepreneurship, and scaling ideas into global enterprises. It has given us extraordinary advancements, from the platforms we use every day to entirely new industries, and there is a lot to respect in that. As more founders, investors, and workforce leaders reflect on what […]
Summit Overview In February 2026, the Kingdom of Bhutan convened the Invest Bhutan Summit 2026 in Thimphu, bringing together senior government leaders, international investors, development partners, and private sector representatives. This two-day forum emerged as one of Bhutan’s most structured and outward-facing investment promotion initiatives to date. The summit was intentionally deal-oriented, presenting 26 curated,
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In February 2026, a unique opportunity is unfolding for leaders, investors, educators, innovators and changemakers from Australia and New Zealand: a curated delegation to Bhutan, aligned with the Bhutan Investment Forum (12–13 February 2026) and a broader mission focused on innovation, education, sustainability and partnership-building. Bhutan is already known globally as the world’s only net-zero
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Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) represents a defining opportunity for Bhutan and the wider region, an innovative city designed around principles of sustainability, spirituality, and human potential. Unlike any other development in the world, GMC is guided by a deep sense of purpose, fusing economic growth with mindful living. This balance between development and consciousness makes
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The transition from a compelling idea to a scalable enterprise requires more than capital; it demands strategic alignment with experienced ecosystem builders and investors. Blue Poppy Ventures, led by Wendy Perry and Scott Perry, focuses on investing in ventures that not only promise financial returns but also deliver measurable, real-world social and environmental impact. The
Bhutan’s 21st Century Economic Roadmap, released by the Prime Minister’s Office, is not just a policy document—it is a powerful national vision for transformation. With the bold aim of increase the private sector’s contribution to GDP from 46 percent currently to between 60 and 65 percent by 2050.and aligning economic growth with Bhutan’s cherished Gross
Bhutan is stepping more confidently into the global investment arena, offering a opportunities for foreign investors to align profit with purpose. Guided by His Majesty, the Prime Minister, and the ambitions of Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), Bhutan is embracing innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship—making now a very interesting for foreign direct investment (FDI) in this Himalayan
Why Collaboration Between Government, Industry, and Educators Is the Key to Long-Term Growth As Bhutan looks ahead to becoming a high-income economy by 2030, a new reality is emerging: public initiatives alone won’t get the country there. To achieve inclusive and sustainable economic growth, Bhutan needs strong, deliberate partnerships between the public sector, private enterprise,
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Laying the Foundations for a Venture Capital Framework in a Frontier Economy Bhutan has the vision. It has the talent. It even has a globally respected brand built on Gross National Happiness. But one piece is still missing if local entrepreneurs are to scale their ventures and compete globally: a viable venture capital (VC) ecosystem.
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What if you could glimpse the future of sustainable cities, clean energy, and mindful living—all in one place? That’s exactly what Bhutan is building, and Blue Poppy Ventures is proud to be right at the heart of it. In 2025, a pioneering Innovation and Sustainability Mission will take place in Bhutan, led by South Australia
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