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Bhutan: The Country That Doesn’t Want to Be Rich

Economics Explained

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Bhutan's Unique Approach to Economic Progress and Tourism

This chapter explores Bhutan's unique approach to economic progress and tourism, where the government intentionally makes the country unattractive to regular travelers in order to protect its unspoiled landscape and culture. It also discusses Bhutan's dependence on wealthy tourists and its limited infrastructure.

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