Vaclav Havel, the Czech playwright who spent three-quarters of his life under conditions of dictatorship or totalitarianism, led a political revolution, and held four presidencies in two countries for »continue
The Dalai Lama presents ICT Light of Truth Award to Vaclav Havel in 2004. (Photo: Stepniak, Berlin)
The current situation prevailing at Kirti Monastery in Ngaba in northeastern Tibet is extremely grim because of the stand-off between the Chinese military forces and the local Tibetans. The monastery, housing approximately 2500 monks, is completely surrounded by Chinese armed forces, who at one point prevented vital food and other supplies from entering the monastic compound. »continue
European Parliament reacts to Nepal's suppression of Tibetan exile government elections in its long-staying Tibetan refugee community with a Resolution calling for rights of Tibetans to be respected. The European Parliament Resolution (below) has the support of all major political groups in the House. »continue
