The success of a government must be defined by ‘its ability to facilitate the happiness and wellbeing of its citizens, and this should replace old paradigms that focus overwhelmingly on economic performance.’ This was the consensus that emerged amongst leaders, from both the public and private sectors, who attended the World Government Summit held in Dubai one month ago. This rings true in the tiny Himalayan nation of Bhutan, where the government’s development strategy is
Happiness: Redefining the formula for genuine prosperity
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