Jun 28, 2024 | Irresponsible China | Daily Report |
Irresponsible China | News Count (2) | |
1 | China Targeting Ethnic Groups and Whistle Blowers (Sinicisation) -> Tibet | 2 |
1. Tibetan political prisoner hospitalized following severe illness
- Tibetan writer Thupten Lodoe, serving 4.5-year jail term for separatist activities hospitalized for serious illness amidst harsh prison conditions. Chinese authorities provide medical treatment but withhold details.
- Arrested in 2021, Lodoe sentenced in 2022 for articles deemed threats to national security. Family harassed, children barred from school. Detained in Dartsedo prison facing difficulties due to imprisonment.
- Well-educated Lodoe studied at Panchen Lama's school, rejected Chinese government job offer to write independently. Advocated for Tibetan language, faces crackdown on Tibetan writers by Chinese authorities.
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2. China tightened security, curtailed event at annual religious debate in eastern Tibet
- China tightens control over Tibetan religious event, drastically reducing attendees and duration. Authorities enforce security measures, patriotic education and re-education for monks and nuns, amid condemnation of US religious freedom report.
- Annual Dhokham Jang Gunchoe event in Sershul sees restrictions on attendance and activities. Witnesses report police presence, re-education for clergy and scrutiny of political affiliations. Monastery granted permission with tight controls.
- Chinese Embassy in Washington denies US accusations of repression, genocide and interference in domestic affairs. China condemns efforts to preserve Tibetan language and culture, aiming to Sinicize and assimilate Tibetan population.
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