President Joe Biden Signs Resolve Tibet Act to Support Tibetan Rights
On July 12, 2024, US President Joe Biden signed the Resolve Tibet Act, which calls for China to peacefully resolve its occupation of Tibet according to international law. The Act encourages dialogue between China and the Dalai Lama without preconditions.
Key Points of the Resolve Tibet Act
- China must resolve its occupation of Tibet peacefully.
- Encourages dialogue between China and the Dalai Lama.
- Recognizes Tibetans’ rights to self-determination.
- Counters Chinese misinformation about Tibet.
Tencho Gyatso, President of the International Campaign for Tibet, stated that the Act addresses China’s harsh treatment of Tibetans. House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul expressed hope that the law will empower Tibetans to control their future.
Reactions to the Act
The Central Tibetan Administration welcomed the Act, stating it supports Tibetan rights and counters misinformation from China. Students for a Free Tibet, an NGO, also praised the Act for amplifying the will of the Tibetan people.
Memorial Event for Tulku Tenzin Delek Rinpoche
A memorial event for Tibetan freedom fighter Tulku Tenzin Delek Rinpoche was held in Dharamshala, India, urging China to release all political prisoners.
