I would like to offer my greetings to the People’s Republic of China, the organizers and the athletes participating in the forthcoming Olympic Games in Beijing. Right from the time of China’s application to hold the Olympic Games, I have…
July 30, 2008: The People’s Republic of China recently adopted what it called “Four Non-Supports” policy in regard to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This policy emphasized to openly and explicitly promise not to support activities hampering the Beijing Olympic…
Tibetan monks from an Indian monastery attend a gong music festival in Spain. Photo: Reuters CHINA is planning a sweeping purge of Tibetan monasteries, including banning all worship at those it deems to be centres of subversion. Monks with “attitude…
A Nepali policeman tries to hit fleeing Tibetan monks during a crackdown in Kathmandu in March. (Liam Cochrane) ABC Radio Australia: China has rejected accusations that it has put pressure on authorities in Nepal to use excessive force and arbitrary…
PRESS RELEASE: 19 July 2008 During the visit of His Holiness the Dalai Lama in July, he suggested the formation of a Friendship Association between the Han Chinese and the Tibetans, to promote harmonious society. Based on this suggestion, Mr…