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China’s policies drive Tibet to zero score in freedom rankings
Freedom House's 2026 report ranks Tibet among the world's least free regions with a zero score. The findings highlight severe Chinese restrictions on religious freedom, cultural identity, and political rights. State policies continue to enforce ethnic assimilation and strict...
Japan lawmakers briefed on China’s “Ethnic Unity” law; CTA Representative raises Tibet concerns
Tsewang Gyalpo Arya from the CTA briefed Japanese lawmakers on China's "Promotion of Ethnic Unity" law, expressing concerns over the erosion of Tibetan identity. The meeting in Tokyo highlighted human rights violations, colonial-style schools, and urged a formal monitoring...
Dalai Lama attends long life prayer offered by 3 Tibetan associations
The ceremony was organised by the U-Tsang Cholkha, Dokham Zachuka Association and Kyidong Welfare Association, drawing more than 5,000 Tibetans, including monks, nuns and foreign devotees, who gathered to pray for the spiritual leader's long life.
Tibetan Government in exile passes resolution against China’s ethnic unity law
The Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile unanimously passed a resolution condemning China's new "Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress," labelling it a tool for forced assimilation and cultural erasure. Lawmakers warned the legislation undermines Tibetan identity, enforces Mandarin-centric education, and extends...
International support might force China to resume dialogue: Sikyong Penpa Tsering
Speaking to ANI in Dharamshala, Tsering said the CTA's current strategy is to reach out to more governments worldwide to acknowledge Tibet's historical sovereignty.
China accused of continued repression as Tibetan monk remains under tight surveillance
Tibet Times reported that Tibetan monk Zegya Gyatso was released after six months of detention, but remains under "strict monitoring" by Chinese authorities. Gyatso is suffering from "severe vision problems" and joint pain, with reports indicating his health significantly...
Tibetan monk who went missing 5 yrs ago, resurfaces as prisoner; China accused of “cultural crackdown”
In a post shared on X, CTA stated that Yeshi was reportedly detained on May 17, 2021 and remained missing for nearly five years, with no official information provided about his condition or whereabouts during that period.
Tibetan Govt in exile condemn China’s Ethnic Unity Law, warn it will intensify repression
The Tibetan leadership in exile has called on the international community to closely monitor the implementation of the law and raise concerns over its potential impact on human rights and cultural freedoms.
India-China trade via Lipulekh Pass set to resume after six years
After a six-year gap, border trade between China and India via Lipulekh Pass in the Pithoragarh region of Uttarakhand is expected to restart this year, reported PTI. According to District Magistrate Ashish Bhatgai, preparations for the trade session, which...
China accused of custodial death of Tibetan monk
According to Phayul, the monk, identified as Samten, 25, had allegedly been under constant police watch since 2021. His body was returned in December to Ditsa Geden Tashi Choeding Ling Monastery by officials from Shongshan Tibetan Township. Authorities claimed...















