Enhanced Integrated Framework Bhutan

25/03/2026

03/03/2026

📢 Spotlight on our speakers | High-Level Launch of at in Yaoundé, Cameroon.

The mic is on, and the voices shaping trade and investment for prosperity are taking the stage:

🎤 Co-organizers: H.E. Cham Nimul, Minister of Commerce of Cambodia & H.E. Abdelsalam Mohamed A. Al Ali, Minister Plenipotentiary and Representative of the UAE Office to the WTO
🎤 Opening remarks: H.E. Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice-President of The Gambia & Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, World Trade Organization - WTO Director-General
🎤 Setting the scene: H.E. Kadra Ahmed Hassan, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Djibouti to the WTO and Chair of the EIF Executive Board
🎤 Moderator: H.E. Emmanuelle Ivanov-Durand, Permanent Representative of France to the WTO

📅 Date: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
🕒 Time: 14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+1)
📍 Venue: Palais des Congrès, Room B

⏳ Stay tuned for more details on the upcoming side event: https://bit.ly/4aVF7k9
📌 Register here: https://bit.ly/4b0o0fS

09/10/2025

The Department of Trade, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment in collaboration with Druk Sell, launched a range of innovative green packaging solutions developed by five Bhutanese entrepreneurs on 8 October 2025, at the Brand Bhutan Store, CSI Throm.

Supported by the Enhanced Integrated Framework Project, the Green Packaging Initiative aims to build the capacity of Brand Bhutan recipients and Cottage and Small Industries (CSIs) in sustainable packaging, branding and export readiness. The program aligns Bhutanese products with international standards while promoting environmental responsibility.

The initiative complements the Brand Bhutan Program’s goal of enhancing the global visibility and competitiveness of Bhutanese goods. With an initial start of general training to 30 entrepreneurs, 5 were selected through pitching sessions. Five enterprises—Bio Bhutan, Bhutan Blossoms, Finn Food, Jinlab Agro and Tshejor Eazay—were recognized for their innovative and eco-friendly packaging designs that blend sustainability with quality and creativity.

Reaffirming its commitment to greener trade practices, the Department of Trade emphasized continued collaboration and innovation to strengthen Bhutan’s progress toward sustainable, high-quality and globally competitive exports.


Enhanced Integrated Framework CSI Market Department of Trade

08/10/2025

30/07/2025

✨ Self-awareness is the foundation of true growth.
Whenever we think or do something harmful or untrue, the first step is recognition. Just like a thief can't cause harm once caught, negative thoughts lose their power when we become mindful of them. As soon as such emotions arise—swoop down with mindfulness. 🦅

On the flip side, when positive thoughts arise, nurture and strengthen them. 🌱💫

True Dharma practice isn’t about appearances. It’s about mixing the teachings with your own mind, reflecting honestly, and examining your faults. Without that, we risk putting on a façade—believing and making others believe we’re practitioners, when in truth we’re far from it.

- Dilgo Khentse Rimpoche
“The Heart of Compassion” :The Thirty -seven Verses on the Practice of a Bodhisattva
SHAMBHALA

09/07/2025

🚨 A new pledge to EIF Phase Three!

At the side event, funding partners stepped up in support of the EIF’s next phase to boost trade and development in the world’s least developed countries.

We're pleased to share that has pledged EUR 300,000 to EIF Phase Three. The announcement was made by Ms Shanti Bobin from the Ministry of Economy and Finance.

🙏 Merci, la France, for supporting inclusive trade and priorities through the EIF partnership!



Ministère de l’Économie, des Finances et de la Souveraineté industrielle et numérique

07/07/2025

90th Birthday Message

On the occasion of my 90th birthday, I understand that well-wishers and friends in many places, including Tibetan communities, are gathering for celebrations. I particularly appreciate the fact that many of you are using the occasion to engage in initiatives that highlight the importance of compassion, warm-heartedness, and altruism.

I am just a simple Buddhist monk; I don’t normally engage in birthday celebrations. However, since you are organizing events focused on my birthday I wish to share some thoughts.

While it is important to work for material development, it is vital to focus on achieving peace of mind through cultivating a good heart and by being compassionate, not just toward near and dear ones, but toward everyone. Through this, you will contribute to making the world a better place.

As for myself, I will continue to focus on my commitments of promoting human values, religious harmony, drawing attention to the ancient Indian wisdom which explains the workings of mind and emotions, and Tibetan culture and heritage, which has so much potential to contribute to the world through its emphasis on peace of mind and compassion.

I develop determination and courage in my daily life through the teachings of the Buddha and Indian masters such as Shantideva, whose following aspiration I strive to uphold.

As long as space endures,
As long as sentient being remain,
Until then, may I too remain
To dispel the miseries of the world.

Thank you for using the opportunity of my birthday to cultivate peace of mind and compassion.

Tashi Deleg and with prayers,

Dalai Lama

5 July 2025

07/07/2025

Following the successful completion of the general training on , Mr. Sonam Chophel, one of the training facilitators, is now providing one-on-one coaching to five selected companies. These companies will receive support from EIF in sourcing eco-friendly raw materials and developing sustainable packaging solutions up to the final launch of their products.

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07/07/2025

Following the successful completion of the general training on , Mr. Sonam Chophel, one of the training facilitators, is now providing one-on-one coaching to five selected companies. These companies will receive support from EIF in sourcing eco-friendly raw materials and developing sustainable packaging solutions up to the final launch of their products.

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07/07/2025

More exciting news coming up

🔔 New pledge alert!

We’re continuing our series of donor announcements from the side event, where partners reaffirmed their support for EIF Phase Three.

We’re pleased to share that has pledged DKK 20 million (approx. USD 3 million) to the next phase of the EIF. The announcement was made by Ms Elsebeth Søndergaard Krone, State Secretary for Development Policy.

🔹 With this new contribution, Denmark’s total support to the EIF reaches around USD 32 million, reinforcing a long-standing partnership focused on sustainable development and opportunity for the .

🙏 Thank you, Denmark, for standing with the LDCs and helping shape a more inclusive global trading system.

Udenrigsministeriet