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Business & Commercial

Driving economic innovation and sustainable entrepreneurship for thriving local ecosystems.

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Why Business & Commercial Matters

Envisions GMC as a thriving commercial hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable industries. Building startup ecosystems, incubators, and social enterprises linked to economic clusters will empower Bhutanese entrepreneurs while attracting global partnerships. Focus areas include agri-tech, e-commerce, renewable energy, and circular economy solutions, supported by creative financing models such as diaspora bonds and crowdfunding. Tourism-linked ventures in wellness, sports, and architecture will diversify income streams, while digital service exports enhance Bhutan’s global competitiveness. A strong emphasis on waste management, supply chain optimization, and farm-to-table models ensures that commerce remains sustainable, inclusive, and locally relevant. This domain strengthens prospects for securing investment and driving scalable impact. This challenge area creates opportunities for Bhutanese youth to develop innovative solutions that blend tradition, innovation, and sustainability for the future of Gelephu Mindfulness City.

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Entrepreneurship & Startups

  • Creating startup ecosystems for Bhutanese entrepreneurs
  • Business incubators for cultural and creative industries
  • Living Labs for youth-led problem-solving startups

Commerce & Market Access

  • E-commerce platforms for GMC artisans and farmers
  • Agri-marketing and farm-to-table models
  • Partnerships between Bhutanese SMEs and international investors

Finance & Investment

  • Testing microfinance and digital payment solutions for GMC
  • Creative financing tools: crowdfunding, diaspora bonds, tokenized equity
  • Promoting EV ecosystem and green investments

Sustainable Business Models

  • Circular economy businesses: waste-to-value, repair cafés
  • Comprehensive waste management systems
  • Renewable energy entrepreneurship: solar, biochar, microgrids

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