The Bhutan Development Update (BDU) is published annually. It assesses recent economic and social developments, prospects, and policies in Bhutan. The BDU also provides an in-depth analysis of selected economic and policy issues. In this edition, the special section focuses on e-trade, outlining opportunities and challenges in harnessing digital trade in Bhutan. The report is intended for a wide audience, including policy makers, business leaders, researchers and academics, the community of analysts monitoring Bhutan’s economy, and the general public.