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Sri Lankan Buddhist Leader Reveals China Pressed its Government to Stop Dalai Lama’s Visit
In a deeply symbolic gesture, the Most Venerable Dr. Waskaduwe Mahindawansa, esteemed Sri Lankan Buddhist leader, embarked on a pilgrimage to Dharamshala to offer a sacred relic to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. However, amidst this spiritual exchange, Dr. Waskaduwe shed light on a somber reality—the diplomatic pressure used by China to oppose the Dalai…
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Sri Lankan Buddhist Delegation Presents Buddha Relics to the Dalai Lama
A longstanding aspiration of Sri Lankan Buddhists, led by the Most Venerable Dr. Waskaduwe Mahindawansa Maha Nayaka Thero, head of the Amarapura Sambuddha Sasanodaya Maha Nikaya, culminated today in a significant event. Accompanied by a retinue of monks and supporters, the Most Venerable made a pilgrimage to Dharamsala to offer relics of the Buddha to…
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US Approves $23 Million Support for Tibetans and Challenge China
The recent passage of a bipartisan US government funding bill has not only allocated substantial financial aid to Tibetan programs but has also taken a firm stance against China’s narrative on Tibet while urging for constructive dialogue with Tibetan leaders.
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The First Ever Ranking Tennis Player from Tibet
Fnu Nidunjianzan (Nyidun Gyaltsen), known popularly as ‘Top,’ a moniker inspired by his sister’s admiration for a South Korean rapper, he has emerged as an inspirational athlete for sports enthusiasts, especially not very well know tennis, for those hailing from the roof of the world, Tibet. He is the first player ever from the region…
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Many Tibetans Face Violent Crackdown for Urging to Stop a Chinese Dam Project
Chinese police have been interrogating around 1000 Tibetan detainees in various locations throughout Dege county in Kardze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. The detainees, over a thousand Tibetans arrested during a protest, have been asked to bring their own bedding and Tsampa, a Tibetan staple food, indicating a potentially prolonged detention.
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US Sends Strong Message of Support to Tibet By Passing Bipartisan Bill
In a significant development, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan Resolve Tibet Bill, officially titled Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act (HR 533), on February 15, 2024. This move reaffirms the U.S. policy of supporting direct dialogue between the People’s Republic of China and representatives of His Holiness the Dalai Lama…
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20 UN Member States Criticize China’s Treatment of Tibet in Human Rights Review
During China’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, twenty UN member states raised significant concerns regarding China’s human rights abuses in Tibet, doubling the number from the 2018 review. Issues highlighted included coercive boarding schools, arbitrary detentions, and restricted access to Tibet.
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Lhadon Tethong Honored with International Religious Freedom Award for Advocacy in Tibet
In a ceremony held Thursday, the Secretary of State awarded the prestigious International Religious Freedom Award to Lhadon Tethong, Co-Founder, and Director of the Tibet Action Institute (TAI). Tethong, along with other remarkable individuals, was recognized for her unwavering commitment to promoting and defending religious freedom globally.
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Dalai Lama Congratulates Bhutan’s PM-Elect Tshering Tobgay
In a letter of profound significance, His Holiness acknowledged the deep-rooted spiritual connection shared between the Tibetan people and the Bhutanese populace. As the venerable Supreme Religious Leader, His Holiness expressed not only admiration but also spiritual warmth for Bhutan’s remarkable journey in democratic governance, guided by the insightful leadership of the Druk Gyalpo.
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Tibetan Woman Detained and Beaten for Social Media Criticism of China
In a distressing development, Tibetan activist Tsering Tso faced her second detention in three years in Qinghai province, China, for criticizing the government on social media. The 39-year-old was subjected to “administrative detention” from October 26 to November 10, 2023, accused of spreading misinformation. This incident highlights growing concerns about freedom of expression and human…