In the “world capital of self-immolation,” the CCP wrongly believes that more repression and “patriotic education” may solve the problem.
Lopsang Gurung
Zhangzhung: How China Reinvents Ancient Tibetan History
A “Kingdom of Zhangzhung” perhaps existed in ancient times, but the CCP’s false claim that it was “Chinese” is used in anti-Tibetan and anti-Indian propaganda.
Tibet: Who Killed the Friend of Black-Necked Cranes?
Luo Huaibin, a famous scholar who protested the destruction of Tibetan forests and wetlands, was assassinated in 2020. The assassins are still at large.
“Butcher of Tibetans” Zhao Erfeng Celebrated by the CCP
The early 20th-century Qing bureaucrat is mostly remembered for his crimes against humanity. In Xi Jinping’s China, he is hailed as a model.
Tibetans Detained and Submitted to “Cyber Security Reeducation”
A new form of mandatory intensive indoctrination for those who share non-official information on the COVID-19 lockdown.
“Xizang”: China’s Efforts to Change Tibet’s Name Continue
Some believed the CCP had abandoned its idea of stealing from Tibetans even their country’s name. This was not true.
Tibet: New Re-Education Program for Buddhist Monks and Nuns
The “Three Consciousness Campaign” shows that the CCP is concerned about the success of the Tibetan non-violent resistance movement.
Chi Jie: Death of Tibetan Activist in Jail Confirmed After Six Years
The authorities have now admitted that Chi Jie died in jail of “old age”—or was he tortured to death?
CCP “Celebrates” Dalai Lama Birthday with Anti-Religious Exhibitions
The campaign against the Tibetan leader had degenerated into a campaign against religion in general.
Tenzin Delek Rinpoche: A Strange Relation with Zhou Yongkang
The disgraced former Politburo member is now serving a life sentence for corruption. Was his fall connected with the death (or murder) of the famous monk?
Lopsang Gurung
Uses a pseudonym for security reasons.