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CCP Portraits Forced on Tibetans

April 24, 2020;

Tibetan households are reportedly being forced to display portraits of Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leaders. Previously displaying portraits was a condition of receiving support under a “poverty alleviation programme” but the measure is reportedly being expanded. Images obtained by Tibet Watch show portraits of CCP leader Xi Jinping being distributed in Dzoge County in eastern Tibet. Meanwhile reports indicate authorities are inspecting homes to ensure the pictures are displayed.

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