Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Tibetan Group Criticizes China's New Ethnic Unity Law
A Tibetan advocacy group in India said that a new Chinese law, called the Ethnic Unity and Progress Law, is hurting Tibetans.
The law started on July 1, 2026.
The group pointed out that a Tibetan activist, Lobga Rangzen, died after setting himself on fire in front of the UN in New York on July 2, 2026.
They say the law limits Tibetan language, culture, and religion.
The group also warns that the law could lead to more spying, arrests, and even people being sent to prison.
They want the world to notice and help Tibetans keep their identity and freedom.
They also ask for the Dalai Lama to return to Tibet.
The group says the law is part of a bigger plan to make Tibet part of China.
They are worried about the environment and water that comes from Tibet.
They want people to understand that Tibet is not just a part of China but has its own culture and history.
Tibetan advocacy group raises concerns over China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Law enacted July 1, 2026.
Group cites death of activist Lobga Rangzen after self‑immolation in New York on July 2, 2026.
Law is said to institutionalize policies restricting Tibetan language, culture, religion, and rights.
Group warns of increased surveillance, arbitrary detention, and transnational repression against Tibetans.
Tibetan leaders call for global attention and support for Tibet's independence and the Dalai Lama's return.
- Who
- Northeast India Tibetans' Call for Freedom, led by media coordinator Tenzing Sangma
- What
- Criticized China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Law for violating Tibetan rights
- When
- Law enacted July 1, 2026; press conference July 29, 2026
- Where
- Guwahati, India
- Why
- Law institutionalizes policies that restrict Tibetan language, culture, religion, and human rights
- Law
- Ethnic Unity and Progress Law
- Effective date
- July 1, 2026
- Activist death
- Lobga Rangzen, July 2, 2026
- Self-immolation count
- 170+ since 2009
- Advocacy group
- Northeast India Tibetans' Call for Freedom