Bhutan has established IT parks, notably in Thimphu, as part of its Digital Drukyul strategy to develop a technology sector, attract investment, and create high-skill jobs for educated youth.
Overview
As part of the Digital Drukyul strategy, Bhutan has established IT parks to serve as hubs for technology companies, startups, and digital services.[3][1] The Thimphu TechPark is the most prominent facility.
Thimphu TechPark
The Thimphu TechPark, managed by Druk Holding and Investments, provides office space, high-speed internet, and business support services for IT companies. It hosts both domestic startups and international firms outsourcing services to Bhutan.
Goals
IT parks aim to address youth unemployment by creating high-skill jobs, diversify the economy beyond hydropower dependency, and position Bhutan as a niche destination for IT services leveraging its educated English-speaking workforce.
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