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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.

Rewards for Reporting on Neighbors

April 7, 2020;

Chinese officials are reported to be offering financial rewards to Tibetans “who tip off authorities to a wide swath of illegal activities”. The 17-point “Squash Rumors and Reactionary Activities” campaign has been described by Aryang Gyalpo, spokesman for the Central Tibetan Administration, as “creating an environment of fear and suspicion for those advocating the protection of the environment and the preservation of Tibetan religion and culture”.

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