Bhutan

Located in the Eastern Himalayas between China and India, this landlocked nation features dramatic terrain ranging from subtropical southern plains to northern peaks exceeding 7,000 meters, including the world's highest unclimbed mountain, Gangkhar Puensum. With a total area of approximately 38,394 square kilometers, the country supports a population of over 727,000 people and maintains a unique economic model based on Gross National Happiness. Its economy, valued at roughly $3.42 billion in nominal GDP, relies heavily on hydropower and tourism while maintaining close trade ties with India, its primary economic partner. The nation's relatively low Gini coefficient of 28.5 reflects a society with a notably equitable distribution of wealth compared to many other developing nations.