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ICT alerts European Parliamentarians on the devastating impacts of China’s hydropower dams in Tibet
At a conference held at the European Parliament in Brussels on 14 May, EU policymakers, scientists, and human rights experts came together to examine China’s hydropower dams-building spree on the Tibetan Plateau and its serious and far-reaching consequences after being alerted to the issue by the International Campaign for Tibet.

New European Parliament resolution opposes China’s interferences in Dalai Lama’s succession
In a resolution adopted today in Brussels, the European Parliament has once again condemned China’s ongoing assimilationist policies and abuses of religious freedom in Tibet and called for an immediate end to Chinese interference in Tibetan Buddhism.

Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday sparks worldwide Compassion Campaign led by International Campaign for Tibet
In celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday, the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) launched The Compassion Rising World Tour 2025 – a sweeping global campaign to honor the Dalai Lama’s life and efforts, while inspiring acts of compassion, spotlighting Tibet’s enduring struggle for freedom, and uniting global communities around the Dalai Lama’s message of peace and resilience.

ICT statement on the Panchen Lama’s 36th birthday
25 April 2025 marks the 36th birthday of the Panchen Lama, who has remained under continued detention by Chinese authorities since 1995, only for being recognized by the Dalai Lama as a prominent Tibetan Buddhist master. His situation concretely symbolizes China’s abuse of Tibetan religious freedom and tradition.

Tibetan Buddhist leader cremated in Vietnam under tight control points to Chinese transnational repression
The body of 57-year-old Tibetan Buddhist leader Hungkar Dorje was cremated on 20 April 2025, in a highly secretive and tightly controlled ceremony in Vietnam, according to information from sources who have been keeping in contact with people close to him.

Dutch Parliament passes three key Tibet motions despite Chinese pressure
On 15 April 2025, the Dutch Tweede Kamer (House of Representatives) passed three important motions on Tibet, demonstrating that the Netherlands, despite ongoing pressure from China, will raise and defend the rights of the Tibetans.

Death of Tibetan Buddhist leader under unclear circumstances highlights China’s repressive policies
A highly respected Tibetan religious and cultural leader passed away in Vietnam on 29 March under unclear circumstances, following a pattern of Tibetan lamas targeted by the Chinese authorities for their cultural preservation work.

ICT reiterates concerns of UN Special Rapporteur on status of Tsongon Tsering
Multiple UN Special Rapporteur made public a joint communication to the Chinese government related to the summoning and interrogation of environmental human rights defender Tsongon Tsering and his subsequent detention.

“Do-No Harm when visiting” – ICT advises official delegations to Tibet
When granted access to Tibet by the Chinese government, official delegations should apply extreme caution and avoid amplifying Chinese state propaganda on Tibet, ICT said today, as the organization released “Guidelines for official visits to Tibet”.

Claiming space for Tibet at the United Nations Human Rights Council – ICT welcomes states raising Tibet at General Debate
During the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Tibetan rights advocates vocally raised the systematic rights violations of the Chinese Communist Party in Tibet.