<div dir="ltr">In another thread there was a quote about liberal democracy being the worst form of government, except for everything else that has been tried. <br><br>Friends, Romans, countrymen, allow me to introduce to you Bhutan!<br><br>Bhutan is building a new city, Galifu Mindfulness City (GMC), where Gross National Happiness (GNH) is the blueprint, not just a buzzword. It's a place where ancient wisdom meets modern design, and they're even putting temples on bridges and an airport over a river. Talk about a mindful commute!<br><br>Here's the video for more details: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPlRmUv7qzo&t=548s">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPlRmUv7qzo&t=548s</a><br><br>I then asked Grok for a detailed report, here's the link, <a href="https://x.com/i/grok/share/H5IcPnxmJIXhpi5LxO1aTxTwV">https://x.com/i/grok/share/H5IcPnxmJIXhpi5LxO1aTxTwV</a> <br><br>Below is a copy of Grok's report:<br><div style="color:black;background-color:transparent;font-family:sans-serif"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1blvdjr gmail-r-vrz42v gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;line-height:28px;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;font-size:23px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Comprehensive Report on Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC)</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Introduction</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Bhutan, renowned for its unique development philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH), has embarked on an ambitious project with Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). Announced by His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on December 17, 2023, during the 116th National Day celebration, GMC is envisioned as a Special Administrative Region (SAR) in Gelephu, southern Bhutan. This project aims to redefine urban development by integrating ancient wisdom with modern design, prioritizing happiness, sustainability, and cultural preservation over mere economic output. Given its announcement in late 2023 and ongoing developments, including the groundbreaking of the Gelephu International Airport in July 2025, GMC is a timely case study as of July 17, 2025.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Background on Gross National Happiness (GNH)</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">GNH, introduced by the Fourth King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, measures progress through nine domains: Psychological Wellbeing, Health, Education, Living Standards, Time-Use, Ecological Diversity and Resilience, Good Governance, Cultural Diversity and Resilience, and Community Vitality. Unlike GDP, GNH emphasizes holistic well-being, balancing material, spiritual, emotional, and cultural needs. This framework has guided Bhutan’s development for decades, earning international recognition as a model for sustainable progress, and now forms the blueprint for GMC.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Detailed Plan and Unique Features</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gm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g:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Architectural Innovations</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">GMC’s design, led by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) in collaboration with Arup, Cistri, and others, integrates ancient Bhutanese wisdom with modern urban planning. Key features include:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Inhabitable Bridges</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: These multifunctional structures house critical infrastructure, such as:  </span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">A new international airport over a river, enhancing connectivity.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">A Vajrayana spiritual center for Buddhist practices.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1t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ous coexistence of culture and nature.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Airport Over a River</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: Part of the inhabitable bridges, this airport symbolizes the integration of modern infrastructure with natural landscapes, ensuring minimal disruption to the environment.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Neighborhood Design and Integration with Nature</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">The city is divided into 11 distinct neighborhoods, designed as “ribbon-like” communities shaped by the flow of 35 rivers and streams. Inspired by Mandala principles, these neighborhoods increase in density from north (rural) to south (urban), each organized around central public spaces to foster community vitality. The design mimics paddy fields, with urban terraces cascading from hills to the valley, respecting Bhutan’s natural topography.  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Flood Protection</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: Paddy fields along rivers serve as natural flood control, minimizing engineered solutions and acting as biodiversity corridors for local flora and fauna, including migratory routes for elephants.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Building Materials and Heights</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: Using local materials like wood, stone, and bamboo, inspired by vernacular motifs, buildings are limited to six floors to reduce concrete and steel use, aligning with sustainability goals.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Infrastructure Developments</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">GMC’s infrastructure includes:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">A new international airport, with construction commencing in July 2025, to boost tourism and connectivity.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Railway connections to enhance regional access.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">A hydroelectric dam that provides clean energy while serving as a cultural landmark.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Public spaces designed for meditation, relaxation, and community activities, promoting mindfulness-based education and eco-tourism.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Integration of Gross National Happiness (GNH)</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">GMC’s masterplan is deeply rooted in the nine domains of GNH, ensuring that development prioritizes holistic well-being. Each domain is reflected in the city’s design:  </span></span></span></span><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-xoduu5 gmail-r-lltvgl gmail-r-1l7z4oj gmail-r-13qz1uu" style="background-color:transparent;width:100%;display:inline-flex;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px;padding:0px"><table style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-radius:8px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><tbody><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><th style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Domain</span></span></span></span></div></th><th style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:bo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font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Health</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Healthcare centers blend traditional Bhutanese medicine with modern practices.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Education</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">A university and educational initiatives focus on innovation, sustainability, and mindfulness.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll g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erit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Design encourages balanced use of time between work, leisure, and spiritual activities.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Ecological Diversity and Resilience</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Preservation of 70% forest cover and biodiversity corridors ensures environmental sustainability.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Good Governance</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Operates as a Special Administrative Region with business-friendly regulations, maintaining ethical governance.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Cultural Diversity and Resilience</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Cultural centers, traditional architecture, and spiritual landmarks preserve Bhutan’s heritage.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Community Vitality</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Neighborhoods designed to foster social interaction and community engagement.</span></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">The inhabitable bridges symbolize this integration, with each bridge representing one domain and housing facilities that align with its principles, such as the Vajrayana spiritual center for cultural resilience or the university for education.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;f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;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Carbon-Negative Goals</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: The city aims to enhance ecological diversity, with 70% forest cover maintained, and uses green technologies to reduce emissions.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Biodiversity Enhancement</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: Paddy fields and biodiversity corridors protect local flora and fauna, ensuring minimal disruption to migratory routes.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Natural Flood Control</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: By leveraging paddy fields along rivers, GMC minimizes engineered flood solutions, aligning with ecological resilience.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Local Materials</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: The use of wood, stone, and bamboo reduces the carbon footprint and supports local economies, while limiting buildings to six floors reduces concrete and steel use.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Energy</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: The hydroelectric temple-dam provides clean energy, integrating renewable power with cultural and spiritual significance.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Economic and Social Impact</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">GMC is poised to transform Bhutan’s economy while fostering social well-being:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Economic Hub</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: It aims to attract investments in green technology, education, tourism, finance, healthcare, agriculture, aviation, logistics, and spirituality, positioning Bhutan as a sustainable economic leader. Funding efforts began in November 2024, with an estimated cost of $100 billion, highlighting its scale.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Job Creation</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: The project is expected to create opportunities for Bhutan’s youth, addressing unemployment and fostering economic growth, particularly in the underdeveloped Gelephu region.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Cultural Preservation</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: By integrating Bhutanese culture and spiritual heritage, GMC ensures that development respects and enhances the nation’s identity, with cultural centers and traditional architecture at its core.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Global Inspiration</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: As a model of mindful urbanism, GMC has the potential to inspire other nations to prioritize happiness and sustainability, offering a blueprint for future cities.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Challenges and Considerations</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1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t-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Environmental and Social Integration</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">: Balancing economic growth with ecological and cultural preservation requires careful governance, especially given the need to include local communities and protect nature.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Bhutan’s track record with GNH and its careful approach to development suggest these challenges can be addressed through thoughtful planning and community engagement, but ongoing monitoring will be essential.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Conclusion</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Gelephu Mindfulness City is more than just a new city; it is a bold statement of Bhutan’s values and a gift to the world. By prioritizing happiness, sustainability, and cultural integrity, GMC sets a new standard for urban development. As of July 17, 2025, with construction underway—including the Gelephu International Airport—the world watches with interest to see how this visionary project unfolds. GMC has the potential not only to transform Bhutan’s economy but also to inspire a global shift towards more mindful and sustainable urban living, offering a model where ancient wisdom meets modern design.  </span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;dis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display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Bhutan, renowned for its unique development philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH), has embarked on an ambitious project with Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC). Announced by His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on December 17, 2023, during the 116th National Day celebration, GMC is envisioned as a Special Administrative Region (SAR) in Gelephu, southern Bhutan. This project aims to redefine urban development by integrating ancient wisdom with modern design, prioritizing happiness, sustainability, and cultural preservation over mere economic output. Given its announcement in late 2023 and ongoing developments, including the groundbreaking of the Gelephu International Airport in July 2025, GMC is a timely case study as of July 17, 2025.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Background on Gross National Happiness (GNH)</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">GNH, introduced by the Fourth King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, measures progress through nine domains: Psychological Wellbeing, Health, Education, Living Standards, Time-Use, Ecological Diversity and Resilience, Good Governance, Cultural Diversity and Resilience, and Community Vitality. Unlike GDP, GNH emphasizes holistic well-being, balancing material, spiritual, emotional, and cultural needs. This framework has guided Bhutan’s development for decades, earning international recognition as a model for sustainable progress, and now forms the blueprint for GMC.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Detailed Plan and Unique Features</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Location and Scale</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">GMC is located in Gelephu, near Bhutan’s southern border with India, strategically positioned to serve as an economic corridor linking South Asia and Southeast Asia. Covering over 1,000 square kilometers—larger than Singapore—it is designed to be a significant economic hub and tourist gateway, leveraging its proximity to India for regional connectivity.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Architectural Innovations</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">GMC’s design, led by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) in collaboration with Arup, Cistri, and others, integrates ancient Bhutanese wisdom with modern urban planning. Key features include:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Inhabitable Bridges</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: These multifunctional structures house critical infrastructure, such as:  </span></span></span><ul style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">A new international airport over a river, enhancing connectivity.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">A Vajrayana spiritual center for Buddhist practices.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-s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 black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">A cultural center showcasing Bhutanese textiles and heritage.</span></span></span></li></ul></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Temples on Bridges</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: The Sankosh Temple-Dam is a standout, combining a hydroelectric dam with spiritual spaces. It features a step-well retaining wall, viewpoints, staircases for meditative walks, and a temple on a manmade cliff, embodying the harmonious coexistence of culture and nature.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmai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t;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Neighborhood Design and Integration with Nature</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">The city is divided into 11 distinct neighborhoods, designed as “ribbon-like” communities shaped by the flow of 35 rivers and streams. Inspired by Mandala principles, these neighborhoods increase in density from north (rural) to south (urban), each organized around central public spaces to foster community vitality. The design mimics paddy fields, with urban terraces cascading from hills to the valley, respecting Bhutan’s natural topography.  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Flood Protection</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: Paddy fields along rivers serve as natural flood control, minimizing engineered solutions and acting as biodiversity corridors for local flora and fauna, including migratory routes for elephants.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Building Materials and Heights</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: Using local materials like wood, stone, and bamboo, inspired by vernacular motifs, buildings are limited to six floors to reduce concrete and steel use, aligning with sustainability goals.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Infrastructure Developments</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">GMC’s infrastructure includes:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">A new international airport, with construction commencing in July 2025, to boost tourism and connectivity.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Railway connections to enhance regional access.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">A hydroelectric dam that provides clean energy while serving as a cultural landmark.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Public spaces designed for meditation, relaxation, and community activities, promoting mindfulness-based education and eco-tourism.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Integration of Gross National Happiness (GNH)</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">GMC’s masterplan is deeply rooted in the nine domains of GNH, ensuring that development prioritizes holistic well-being. Each domain is reflected in the city’s design:  </span></span></span></span><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-xoduu5 gmail-r-lltvgl gmail-r-1l7z4oj gmail-r-13qz1uu" style="background-color:transparent;width:100%;display:inline-flex;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none"><table style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-radius:8px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><tbody><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><th style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Domain</span></span></span></span></div></th><th style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css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t;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Public spaces, meditative walks, and mindfulness-based education promote mental health.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Health</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Healthcare centers blend traditional Bhutanese medicine with modern practices.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Education</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">A university and educational initiatives focus on innovation, sustainability, and mindfulness.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Living Standards</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">High-quality, eco-friendly housing using local materials like wood, stone, and bamboo.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Time-Use</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Design encourages balanced use of time between work, leisure, and spiritual activities.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Ecological Diversity and Resilience</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Preservation of 70% forest cover and biodiversity corridors ensures environmental sustainability.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Good Governance</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Operates as a Special Administrative Region with business-friendly regulations, maintaining ethical governance.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Cultural Diversity and Resilience</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Cultural centers, traditional architecture, and spiritual landmarks preserve Bhutan’s heritage.</span></span></div></td></tr><tr style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Community Vitality</span></span></div></td><td style="border-style:solid;border-color:rgb(207,217,222);border-width:1px;border-collapse:collapse;background-color:transparent"><div class="gmail-css-175oi2r gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-11f147o gmail-r-3o4zer" style="background-color:transparent;padding:0px 12px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;list-style:none;margin:0px;min-height:0px;min-width:0px"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;white-space:inherit">Neighborhoods designed to foster social interaction and community engagement.</span></span></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">The inhabitable bridges symbolize this integration, with each bridge representing one domain and housing facilities that align with its principles, such as the Vajrayana spiritual center for cultural resilience or the university for education.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Sustainability and Environmental Considerations</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">GMC is designed to be a model of regenerative urban development, continuing Bhutan’s legacy as the world’s first carbon-negative country:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Carbon-Negative Goals</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: The city aims to enhance ecological diversity, with 70% forest cover maintained, and uses green technologies to reduce emissions.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Biodiversity Enhancement</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: Paddy fields and biodiversity corridors protect local flora and fauna, ensuring minimal disruption to migratory routes.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Natural Flood Control</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: By leveraging paddy fields along rivers, GMC minimizes engineered flood solutions, aligning with ecological resilience.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Local Materials</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: The use of wood, stone, and bamboo reduces the carbon footprint and supports local economies, while limiting buildings to six floors reduces concrete and steel use.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Energy</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: The hydroelectric temple-dam provides clean energy, integrating renewable power with cultural and spiritual significance.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gm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q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Economic Hub</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: It aims to attract investments in green technology, education, tourism, finance, healthcare, agriculture, aviation, logistics, and spirituality, positioning Bhutan as a sustainable economic leader. Funding efforts began in November 2024, with an estimated cost of $100 billion, highlighting its scale.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 g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yle="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: By integrating Bhutanese culture and spiritual heritage, GMC ensures that development respects and enhances the nation’s identity, with cultural centers and traditional architecture at its core.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Global Inspiration</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: As a model of mindful urbanism, GMC has the potential to inspire other nations to prioritize happiness and sustainability, offering a blueprint for future cities.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Challenges and Considerations</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">While GMC is visionary, it faces potential challenges:  </span></span></span></span><ul dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;background-color:transparent"><li style="margin-top:0px;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Scale and Funding</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: Managing a development of over 1,000 km² with a $100 billion price tag requires significant investment and meticulous planning. Bhutan began raising funds in November 2024, but securing sufficient resources remains a hurdle.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Sustainability of Vision</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: Ensuring GNH principles are not compromised as the city grows and evolves is critical, given the risk of overambitious promises seen in similar projects like India’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Critics, as noted in June 2025 discussions, warn of potential issues like underutilization of land and unmet job creation targets, though GMC’s GNH focus may mitigate these risks.  </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-top:0.5em;background-color:transparent"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-b88u0q gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Environmental and Social Integration</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">: Balancing economic growth with ecological and cultural preservation requires careful governance, especially given the need to include local communities and protect nature.</span></span></span></li></ul><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Bhutan’s track record with GNH and its careful approach to development suggest these challenges can be addressed through thoughtful planning and community engagement, but ongoing monitoring will be essential.</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-adyw6z gmail-r-135wba7 gmail-r-b88u0q" style="display:block;margin:1.5em 0px 0.5em;background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;font-weight:700;font-size:20px;text-align:inherit;line-height:24px;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Conclusion</span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit">Gelephu Mindfulness City is more than just a new city; it is a bold statement of Bhutan’s values and a gift to the world. By prioritizing happiness, sustainability, and cultural integrity, GMC sets a new standard for urban development. As of July 17, 2025, with construction underway—including the Gelephu International Airport—the world watches with interest to see how this visionary project unfolds. GMC has the potential not only to transform Bhutan’s economy but also to inspire a global shift towards more mindful and sustainable urban living, offering a model where ancient wisdom meets modern design.  </span></span></span></span><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1adg3ll gmail-r-1g7jtus gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;display:block;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:none;white-space:inherit"><span class="gmail-css-1jxf684 gmail-r-bcqeeo gmail-r-1ttztb7 gmail-r-qvutc0 gmail-r-poiln3 gmail-r-1x3r274" style="background-color:transparent;min-width:0px;text-align:inherit;border:0px solid black;box-sizing:border-box;display:inline;font-style:inherit;font-variant:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;list-style:none;margin:0px;padding:0px;text-decoration-line:non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