News
The news sector in Bhutan is diverse, with several media outlets, including print and electronic media, providing news and information to the Bhutanese people. The Bhutanese government has made significant investments in the country’s media infrastructure, including by providing training and resources to journalists, and by promoting media freedom and independence.
The Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) is the country’s main public broadcaster, providing news, entertainment, and educational content to the Bhutanese people. There are also several private radio and television stations, as well as newspapers and online media outlets, operating in Bhutan.
The Bhutanese government has been working to promote media literacy and to ensure that all citizens have access to accurate and impartial news and information. The country has made significant progress in expanding access to the internet, with over 60% of the population now connected, and has been working to promote the development of the digital media sector.
Despite the progress made in recent years, Bhutan still faces challenges in terms of media freedom and independence, with concerns about government interference and censorship. The Bhutanese government is committed to promoting media freedom and to supporting the development of the news sector, and is taking steps to address these challenges.
Overall, the news sector in Bhutan is well-developed, with a diverse range of media outlets providing news and information to the Bhutanese people, and the government is committed to promoting media freedom and supporting the development of the sector.