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Bhutanese Scorecard

Country profile

Bhutan is a landlocked Himalayan kingdom in South Asia, renowned for its pristine mountain landscapes, deep Buddhist traditions, and commitment to Gross National Happiness. It has a population of 0.8 million, a population growth rate of 0.70%, and a median age of 29.39 years.

Its history is intertwined with Buddhist monasticism and a gradual evolution from feudal chieftaincies to a modern constitutional monarchy.

Today, Bhutan is internationally recognized for its sustainable development policies, unique cultural practices, and efforts to maintain centuries-old traditions in a rapidly modernizing world.

Its capital city is Thimphu.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Bhutan improved by 11.9% from 2021 to 2022

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GDP Growth in Bhutan improved by 17.9% from 2021 to 2022

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Unemployment Rate in Bhutan improved by 8.6% from 2023 to 2024

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Inflation Rate in Bhutan improved by 34.8% from 2023 to 2024

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Income Inequality in Bhutan improved by 23.8% from 2017 to 2022

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Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Bhutan improved by 0.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Infant Mortality Rate in Bhutan improved by 3.1% from 2022 to 2023

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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022

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Suicide Mortality Rate in Bhutan improved by 3.5% from 2020 to 2021

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World Happiness Report showed no change from 2017 to 2018

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Freedom in the World in Bhutan improved by 7.9% from 2023 to 2024

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Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Bhutan improved by 214.3% from 2012 to 2017

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Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

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Control of Corruption in Bhutan improved by 1.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Homicide Rate in Bhutan worsened by 136.5% from 2019 to 2020

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Government Effectiveness in Bhutan improved by 0.9% from 2022 to 2023

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Political Stability in Bhutan worsened by 3.0% from 2022 to 2023

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Rule of Law in Bhutan worsened by 0.9% from 2022 to 2023

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Voice and Accountability in Bhutan improved by 26.6% from 2022 to 2023

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Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Bhutan worsened by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Bhutan improved by 20.3% from 2019 to 2020

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Renewable Energy Consumption in Bhutan improved by 0.9% from 2021 to 2022

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