An analysis of the brutal repression of religion in Tibet and beyond, based on the author’s panel speech at the July 22 Tokyo’s International Religious Freedom Summit Asia.
Tibetan Buddhism
“Strict Governance of Religion” Extends to Hui Muslims, Tibetan Buddhists
The United Front Work Department brings the campaign promoted among Christians to other religions.
Golog, Qinghai: After 30 Years, a Prestigious Tibetan School Is Liquidated
The Jigme Gyaltsen Nationalities Vocational High School was praised even by Communist authorities. But that it preserved Tibetan culture could not be tolerated.
Kora in New York: What the American Welcome to the Dalai Lama Means
Manhattan’s Park Hyatt, where His Holiness stayed until July 8, became a site of pilgrimage. There were political implications, too.
Like Father, Like Son: Why Xi Jinping Visited Hongjue Temple
His father once met there the controversial 10th Panchen Lama. The visit reminded Tibetan Buddhist monks that they should fully submit to the CCP—or else.
Massive Chinese Cyber Espionage of Tibetan Diaspora Revealed
Documents leaked from private company i-Soon reveal constant attacks against emails and mobile phones of exiles from Tibet, including the Dalai Lama
Released from Arrest, Tortured Tibetan Monk Committed Suicide
One year after the tragedy, the family of Tenzin Dorjee revealed what happened to the learned teacher from Shelkar Monastery.
Protest Against Dam Project in Sichuan Leads to Mass Arrests of Monks, Villagers
Ancient Tibetan monasteries and precious frescoes will be submerged. The police attacked protesters with water cannons, pepper spray, and tasers.
A New Great Game: China, India, and the Dalai Lama
Beijing is challenging India’s historical connection with Buddhism, presenting it as an “ancient Chinese religion.” Its aim is political, its disregard for human rights is obvious.
Crackdown on Mani Stones in Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai
Four men have been arrested for organizing a large event where thousands of the popular stones inscribed with the mantra “Om mani padme hum” were on display.