Tibetan Leader Presses Netherlands on Reincarnation Rights
Sikyong Penpa Tsering met senior Dutch officials and media in The Hague to strengthen support for Tibet.
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November 2, 2026
India Funds Manuscript Digitisation in ColomboThe SAMHiTA project will digitise ancient palm-leaf manuscripts held at Gangaramaya Temple in Sri Lanka's capital.
November 1, 2026
Gere Accuses China of Erasing Tibetan CultureThe Hollywood actor and Tibet advocate made the remarks after meeting the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India.
October 30, 2026
Tibetan Activists Launch Protest March to KurukshetraFive non-governmental groups are marching to demand the repeal of China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Law.
October 28, 2026
Cardinal Marengo Joins Interreligious Meeting in AssisiThe Apostolic Prefect of Ulan Bator met with the abbot of Gandantegchinlen Monastery to discuss cultural and religious ties.
October 27, 2026
Monk Kango Yakushi-ji to Launch World Tour in SeoulThe 47-year-old musician will begin his global tour on October 30 following his viral success.
October 26, 2026
Monk Praises Prime Minister Modi on Abhidhamma DayA Sri Lankan monk commended Indian efforts to promote global Buddhist heritage on Abhidhamma Day.
October 26, 2026
China and Sri Lanka Discuss Buddhist Cultural TiesOfficials met to foster deeper cooperation through religious and cultural exchange programs.
October 24, 2026
China Relocates Tibetans to Border SettlementsThe program places thousands of residents in communities along the Line of Actual Control.
October 23, 2026
Bhutan Opens Automated Border Terminal in GelephuThe new Gelephu immigration facility features biometric e-gates to streamline border crossings between Bhutan and India.
October 23, 2026
China and Sri Lanka Explore Religious CooperationOfficials met in Colombo to discuss new programs for Buddhist education and cultural exchange.
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