Bhutan: Namgay Zam talks about the importance of women in media

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A monk takes a photo with his mobile phone outside the Punakha Dzong [administrative centre] in Bhutan, 17 April 2016, REUTERS/Cathal McNaughton

Bhutan’s unhappy decision

The Himalayan nation of Bhutan, known for its seclusion policies and Gross National Happiness index, has given a Facebook user a very unhappy choice: Pay the equivalent of 10 years’ salary or go to jail.

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Changes in government ad policy threaten Bhutan’s independent media

A Bhutanese government directive forbidding advertising to be placed in a daily newspaper is believed to be in retaliation for the publication of articles critical of possible abuse of power and corruption.

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Mass resignations in Bhutan’s daily newspaper raise concerns

The IFJ is alarmed to learn of the resignation of all “Bhutan Times” journalists after sharp disagreements on editorial process and content with a newly appointed chief executive.