A Tibetan studies conference is canceled in Nepal at the request of officials
Organizers said the International Association for Tibetan Studies event was called off after officials raised no objections, leaving the reason unclear.
- On Thursday, the Himalaya Centre at Kathmandu University canceled The International Association seminar on Tibetan Studies scheduled for late August, following a request from top government officials.
- Nepal maintains good relations with China and disallows pro-Tibetan activities within its borders, though the government provided no specific reason for the conference cancellation.
- Thousands of Tibetan refugees reside in Nepal, often traveling through the country to reach the Dalai Lama in India, while police frequently monitor these populations to prevent rallies.
- Authorities permit celebrations such as the Dalai Lama's birthday only within the confines of Buddhist monasteries or schools, with police keeping a close watch on such gatherings.
- China has ruled Tibet since 1951, following the occupation of the Himalayan territory, after which decades of political repression ensued, including the demolition of Buddhist monasteries and suppression of expression outside Communist Party control.
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