Contact is taking a holiday!

Contact is taking a break after 25 years of bringing you news of Tibet and Tibetan issues. We are celebrating our 25 years by bringing you the story of Contact and the people who have made it happen, and our archive is still there for you to access at any time, and below you can read the story of Contact, how it came into being and the wonderful reflections of the people who have made it happen over the years.

When and how Contact will re-emerge and evolve will be determined by those who become involved.

China has put 1 million Muslims in concentration camps. MBS had nothing to say.

February 25, 2019

By Fred Hiatt, Editorial page editor, February 24 2019, Read original news here China is a leading oppressor of Muslims, so it should come as no surprise that the crown prince of Saudi Arabia — the kingdom that views itself as defender … Continued

For Pakistan, China is the new America

February 23, 2019

Observer Research Foundation, Read original piece here Pakistan is now deeply in hock to China. From weapon systems to economic bailouts, to diplomatic support in various international fora, China is Pakistan’s go-to country. Both China and Pakistan have for long … Continued

China closes Tibet to foreigners for sensitive anniversaries

February 22, 2019

Washington Post, Christopher Bodeen, AP, February 20 2019 Read original news here BEIJING — China is barring foreign travelers from Tibet over a period of several weeks that includes a pair of sensitive political anniversaries questioning the legitimacy of Beijing’s rule over … Continued

Tibetan Translation of Guide to Language Rights of Linguistic Minorities Released on International Mother Language Day

February 22, 2019

Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy, 20 February 2019, Read original news here 2019 marks the 19th anniversary of International Mother Language Day observed annually on 21 February all over the world to highlight the importance of linguistic and … Continued

The Cyber War Against Tibet

February 21, 2019

By Tenzin Dalha Cyberattacks are having a chilling effect on the Central Tibetan Administration and Tibetan diaspora. Cisco Talos, a group of world-class researchers, analysts, and engineers, recently uncovered a new cyber espionage campaign delivering a malicious Microsoft PowerPoint document … Continued

Haley Tried to Block Appointment of Chinese Diplomat to Key U.N. Post. He Got the Job Anyway.

February 20, 2019

BY ROBBIE GRAMER, COLUM LYNCH, Foreign Policy, FEBRUARY 14, 2019 In one of her final acts as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley tried but failed to prevent a veteran Chinese diplomat from landing an influential post as the U.N. … Continued

TIBETAN NOMADS

February 18, 2019

Source: Freetibet.org China is trying to destroy the traditional way of life for Tibetan nomads. Nomads are being forced off the land and moved into urban settlements Traditional farming methods are being replaced The UN says China’s agricultural policy is scientifically-flawed Tibetan nomads face poverty, unemployment and social exclusion as read more →

Countries Condemn Pulwama Terror Attack At Munich Conference

February 18, 2019

All India | Press Trust of India | February 17, 2019 Read original news here NEW DELHI: India raised the issue of the Pulwama terror attack, which left 40 CRPF men dead, during bilateral meetings with several countries, including the US, Germany and Russia, … Continued

YPU hosts Tibetan President

February 16, 2019

AYUMI SUDO FEB 15, 2019 Yale University, Read original news here President of the Central Tibetan Administration Lobsang Sangay discussed issues such as the current state of Tibet, Tibet-China relations, China’s growing influence in global politics and the future of Tibetan … Continued

A letter to Xi Jinping: time to reset relations

February 16, 2019

Charles Parton, FEBRUARY 13, 2019 Read original news here Dear Mr Xi Jinping, I hope you don’t mind my presumption in writing to you about revamping EU/UK — China policy. You know far more about China than I ever shall, but … Continued