Bhutan’s ‘Green City’ project to bridge India’s Northeast takes shape

In a move set to reshape the economic landscape of South and Southeast Asia, Bhutan launched plans for a colossal “international city” spanning over 1,000 sq. km. on its border with Assam. The announcement, made by Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on December 17, outlines the project as a transformative “economic corridor” aimed at connecting South Asia to Southeast Asia via India’s northeastern states.

Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay currently in Delhi is engaging talks with the Indian government and business leaders…