It is organized around seven key economic clusters:[4] The city seeks to address critical challenges like youth unemployment and urban migration, while promoting renewable energy, ethical investments, and mindful living.
[5] Its development was highlighted at the Bhutan Innovation Forum in 2024, where it was endorsed by Nobel laureates Joseph Stiglitz and Michael Spence, architect Bjarke Ingels, and Snap Inc. CEO Evan Spiegel.
[6] The project is led by prominent figures, including Mun Leong Liew as CEO and Dasho Dr. Lotay Tshering as Governor.
The city’s financial ecosystem is intended to be modeled on international best practices, incorporating stringent KYC (Know Your Customer) regulations and anti-corruption protocols.
GMC is claimed to exemplify Bhutan’s philosophy of “Building with Nature.” The city integrates renewable energy sources, preserves biodiversity, and promotes low-impact urban living.