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Chair of EU Human Rights Subcommittee criticises China on worsening human rights situation in Tibet
DHARAMSHALA: The chair of the EU Human Rights Subcommittee of the European Parliament, Barbara Lochbihler, has criticised the Chinese government over the human rights situation in Tibet. Ms Lochbihler urged Beijing to resume dialogue with His Holiness the Dalai Lama towards finding a lasting solution to the issue of Tibet. She said there should be […]
UN Rights Commissioner makes strong first statement on Tibet
Days before the Chinese leadership meets for its important Party Congress, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay has urged the Chinese government to immediately address the long-standing Tibetan grievances that have led to an escalation in protests and 62 self-immolations. Mary Beth Markey, President of the International Campaign for Tibet, said today: “We […]
New images from Tibet depict self-immolation of Dorje Rinchen in Labrang today and aftermath
A remarkable new set of images from Labrang today depict the self-immolation of Dorje Rinchen and its aftermath, showing the Tibetan farmer running down the street ablaze, and a buildup of troops in confrontation with local people trying to protect Dorje Rinchen. The self-immolation of Dorje Rinchen has been confirmed by the Chinese state media […]
Chinese authorities offer large rewards for information on ‘black hand’ behind Tibetan self-immolations
Chinese security authorities have posted notices today in the Labrang area offering substantial rewards for information about “black hand” behind four recent Tibetan self-immolations in Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Reports from Labrang today indicate an intense military buildup in the town of Labrang and Labrang Tashikyil monastery, which is one of the most important and […]
Refugee report: Dangerous Crossing 2011 Update
Conditions Impacting the Flight of Tibetan Refugees.
Tibet Brief – Edition 33
The Tibet Brief is an ICT publication for policy-makers, providing concise information and perspectives on the political, economic and human rights situation in Tibet.
Tibet self-immolations cloud EU-China summit
In this opinion piece published by Euractiv, ICT’s EU Policy Director Vincent Metten calls on the EU’s new Special Representative for Human Rights to raise Tibet with China’s prime minister on the margins of the next EU-China Summit, due to take place in Brussels on 20 September.
Tibetan writer Woeser receives Prince Claus Award for outstanding cultural achievement and influence
Amsterdam, 5 September: The well-known essayist and blogger Woeser, who lives in Beijing, has been awarded a Prince Claus Award by the Netherlands-based Prince Claus Fund for her outstanding achievements in the field of culture. The Prince Claus Awards are presented annually to individuals, groups and organisations in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean […]
Reclaiming Tibetan Culture
Reclaiming Tibetan Culture was published in “Human Rights and Culture”, China Rights Forum online #1 in July 2012. Three stories of the land and soil of Tibet: a researcher shows the urgency of preserving an environment and culture; a writer maps the geography of loss; an artist connects Tibetan exiles with their homeland. A Culture […]
Stavros Lambrinidis appointed first EU Special Representative for Human Rights
July 26, 2012, Brussels — The International Campaign for Tibet welcomes the appointment of Stavros Lambrinidis as the first EU Special Representative (EUSR) for Human Rights. The July 25 appointment follows a proposal by Catherine Ashton, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice President of the European Commission. Mr. Lambrinidis, a Greek attorney, […]