August 17, 2015 By Tenzin Tseten * On July 30, the Politburo of the Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) decided to set up a leading group on the United Front Work. Since his ascension to power, Xi Jinping has formed three important leading groups including this …
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Book review: The Noodle Maker of Kalimpong is gripping
Thubten Samphel, Hindustan Times http://www.hindustantimes.com/books/book-review-the-noodle-maker-of-kalimpong-is-gripping/article1-1377836.aspx The Noodle Maker of Kalimpong recounts the contradictory twists and turns in the desperate last-ditch efforts by Tibet to survive as a culture and people. The story is told by Gyalo Thondup, the older brother of the Dalai Lama and a key figure in the …
Read More »Thank You to our Summer Interns
Tenzing Wangmo from New York City and Letitia Chai from Seoul, South Korea spent two months here at the Office of Tibet. They are both attending Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Aside from the general administrative duties they also had the chance to participate and assist with His Holiness …
Read More »Thank you letter from Leader Nancy Pelosi
Leader Nancy Pelosi echoed her appreciation for inviting her to His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Tenshug Gratitude celebration in New York City. L
Read More »Job Posting: Chinese Liaison Officer
The Office of Tibet is seeking a Chinese Liaison officer. The position will be a contractual basis (two-years). Please if you meet the requirements then submit your application by August 15, 2015 at 5PM (Eastern Time) at otdcoutreach@tibet.net. Please click on READ MORE below to find more information on the …
Read More »Tibet & China: Searching for a New Way Forward
Testimony of Representative Kaydor Aukatsang at the US Congress’ Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Hearing on Tibet & China: Searching for a New Way Forward held on July 14, 2015 in Washington, D.C. Mr. Chairman: Thank you for inviting me to testify before your committee. The late Tom Lantos was …
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