2019
Tibetan Community of Switzerland & Liechtenstein celebrated commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the conferment of Nobel Peace Prize on His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Bülach: 14th December 2019: Tibetan Community of Switzerland & Liechtenstein organized 30th Nobel Peace Prize celebration in Bülach City Hall. The Programme began by welcoming the Portrait of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to the altar on the stage.
Tibetans in Switzerland and Liechtenstein march to the UN on International Human Rights Day
Geneva: Tuesday, 10th December 2019: Marking the 71st International Human Rights Day, Tibetans in Switzerland and Liechtenstein gathered in front of the United Nations building in Geneva to highlight the dismal human rights situation in China occupied Tibet.
Prayer Service at Rikon Tibet Institute, Switzerland
Rikon, Saturday, 7th December 2019: Prayer Service was organized by the disciples and followers of late Geshe Lharampa Jamphel Lobshe in collaboration with Tibetan Community of Switzerland & Liechtenstein at Rikon Tibet Institute.
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CHF 1.2 Million Pledged by Swiss and European Tibetans as Investment in Gangjong Development Finance (TibFin)
Kaydor Aukatsang, Chief Resilience Officer (R) and Dr Kunchok Tsundue, Chief Planning Officer (L) during their successful tour of Tibetan communities in Switzerland & Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, France and the Netherlands to promote and raise capital for Gangjong Development Finance (TibFin) from November 15 – December 2, 2019.
Solidarity March in Zürich, Switzerland on behalf of Mr Yonten from Ngaba Amdo Tibet, who self immolated himself.
Zürich, 30th November 2019: Tibetan Community of Switzerland &Liechtenstein organized a solidarity
march and Peace Demonstration on behalf of Mr.Ngawang Yonten, aged 24, from Ngaba Amdo Tibet
The President of Central Tibetan Administration, Dr. Lobsang Sangay addresses Tibetans in Switzerland
Zurich, 16th November 2019: On a chilly yet sunny and bright late Saturday morning in the small town of Rümlang in Zürich, a strong thousand Tibetans waited anxiously to hear and welcome Dr. Lobsang Sangay, the President of Central Tibetan Administration.
Geneva Forum 2019: Panel Discussion on High-Tech Repression of People of Faith in China
Geneva: 15th November 2019: The Geneva Forum 2019 on China’s High Tech Repression and Freedom of Religion convened the second panel of experts to review ‘High-Tech Repression of People of Faith in China’.
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2019 Geneva Forum on China’s High-Tech Repression and Freedom of Religion
Geneva, 14th November 2019: The Two day Geneva Forum, discussion on Human rights situation in China was organized by Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) Dharamsala. The Event was attended by representatives from around 10 Countries with approximately 130 members.
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CTA President Dr. Lobsang Sangay`s Visit in Switzerland
Zürich,13th November 2019: The President of Central Tibetan Administration, Dr. Lobsang Sangay visit Switzerland to participate in the two day 2019 Geneva Forum on China`s High-Tech Repression and Freedom of Religion on 14th& 15th November and address the Tibetan community on 16th November in Zürich.
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Dialogue for peace europe tour team, organized by ven thubten wangchen welcomed at last stop in zurich
The Tibetan Community in Switzerland and Liechtenstein has welcomed Tibetan Parliament member and activist Ven. Thubten Wangchen and his Dialogue for Peace Europe Tour Team in Zurich, Switzerland on 3rd November 2019.
Switzerland raises Human Rights in Tibet during the visit of Chinese Foreign Minister
Geneva: Switzerland expressed concerns over human rights situation in Tibet and East Turkistan during the second round of bilateral strategic dialogue, held earlier this week, between the Swiss Foreign Minister and China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Local Parliament Meeting of Tibetan Community of Switzerland & Liechtenstein for the year 2019
Zürich, 5th October 2019: Local Parliament meeting of 17th Executive member of Tibetan Community in Switzerland & Liechtenstein was held today on 5th October in Binz Office, Zürich for the year 2019.
First time Buddist teaching in Aargau Weekend Tibetan School
Aargau: Sunday, 29th September 2019, Tibetan Language and Culture School of Aargau organized first time teaching on Tibetan Buddhism from 10 to 12.30 in Aargau.
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Celebration of 40th anniversary of Tibetan Association of Dhokham Chushi Gangdrug Europe
Eschenbach (SG): On Saturday, 21st September 2019, Tibetan Association of Dhokham Chushi Gangdruk in Switzerland (Europe) organized 40th anniversary of Chushi Gangdruk in Europe at Eschenbach,Switzerland.
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Tibetans in Europe Stage Protest; Demand UN to Engage China Constructively
Geneva: Friday, 20th September 2019: Tibetan Community in Switzerland & Liechtenstein organized a demonstration paralleling the ongoing 42nd session of the UN Human Rights Council
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Annual Celebration of Utsang Choelkha (Province) of Switzerland & Liechtenstein in Rikon
Rikon: On Saturday, 14th September 2019, Utsang Choelkha of Switzerland organized 32nd Annual Celebration at Rikon. Among the Chief guest of the Event, they were Chitue Dolma Tsering, Parliamentarian & Advisor of Central Utsang Province, Dharamsala, Mr. Jampa Choephel, the President of central Utsang Choelkha
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Information on Tibetan Culture, Tradition and Language by Tibetan Weekend School,Aargau, Switzerland
Aargau: Sunday, 8th Sept 2019: Tibetan language and culture section of Tibetan community of Aargau organized an Information day on Tibetan Culture, Tradition and Language at Aargau.
Tibetans in Switzerland commemorate the 59th Anniversary of Tibetan Democracy Day
Rikon: Saturday, 7th September 2019: The Tibetan Community in Switzerland and Liechtenstein organized a commemoration ceremony on Saturday, 7th September 2019 at Rikon (Switzerland), on the occasion of 59th anniversary of Tibetan Democracy day.
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2nd Pawo Tashi Namgyal Memorial Cup Held in Chur
On 31st August 2019 Tibet United FC Graubuenden organized its 2nd football memorial cup in memory of Pawo Tashi Namgyal in Chur. The 2nd Memorial Cup was participated by 6 Tibetan football teams from different parts of Switzerland & Lichtenstein.
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Weekly News on Tibet in Exile, last Edition of August 2019
At 84 His Holiness the Dalai Lama is in Excellent Health
His Holiness the Dalai Lama visits Mangalore for the first time.
Health Kalon Mr. Choekyon Wangchuk visited New York as part of US official Tour.
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Weekly News of Tibet in Exile August - II, 2019
Central Tibetan Administration`s Second Five-Fifty Vision successfully concluded.
Second Workshop on Secular Ethics and Youth Leadership in New York
Disappearance of three Monks from Amdo Ngapa Region in Tibet
His Eminence the Kyapgon Sakya Gongma Trichen Rinpoche's Teaching in Winterthur, Switzerland
Winterthur: Saturday, 24th August, Swiss Tsechen Association and Dharma center Thupten Changchup Ling has organized Grand Teaching on Saturday, 24th August in Eulachhalle in Winterthur.
Weekly News of Tibet in Exile August, 2019
His Holiness the Dalai Lama begins 3-day teaching in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India.
First European Sakya Monlam for Universal Peace and Happiness in Antwerp, Belgium, and France last week.
First Summer Camp for Tibetan Language and Culture Student in Switzerland
Aargau: On Saturday.27th July 2019, Tibetan Community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein organized first ever Summer Camp for the Tibetan Student from all the section of Weekend Tibetan Language School in Switzerland at Aargau. The summer camp started on 27th July at about 2 pm and will last till 31st July 2019.
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Celebration of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama`s 84th Birthday in Switzerland
Rikon/Winterthur: On 6th July 2019, Tibetan Community of Switzerland & Liechtenstein organized 84th Birthday Celebration of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Rikon Tibet Institute in the morning and later at Eulachhalle, Winterthur.
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Tibetan Language and Cultural Competition in Basel, Switzerland
Basel: 29th June 2019. Tibetan School Committee of the Tibetan Community in Switzerland & Liechtenstein organized 6th Tibetan Language and Cultural competition at Pratteln, Basel.
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Demonstration in front of UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva: Tibetan community in Switzerland and Liechtenstein organized a demonstration paralling the ongoing 41st session of the UN Human Rights Council in front of Palais des Nations, on Friday, 28th June 2019.
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Dhokham Chushi Gangdruk celebrated 40th anniversary
The 61st Anniversary of Central Chushi Gangdurk in Exile and the 40th Anniversary of Europe Chushi Gangdruk Commemorated in Switzerland
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Tibetan Community of Wädenswil held a Prayer Gathering in Samstagen, Switzerland
Samstagen: On 16th June 2019, Sunday, Tibetan Community of Wädenswil organized a prayer gathering for the long life and well being of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Samstagen. The Prayer service was attended by Khen Rinpoche and monks, representatives and other members.
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Swiss Parliamentary Group for Tibet Meets for Summer Session
Switzerland: Members of Swiss Parliamentary Group for Tibet held its summer session meeting at the parliament building office in Bern on 17 June, Monday afternoon. The members of the Swiss Parliamentary Group for Tibet meet bi-annually.
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Public Talk by Chief Election Commissioner, Mr. Sonam Choephel Shosur, in Switzerland
Samstagen: Saturday 15th of June 2019, Tibetan Community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein organized Public Talk by Mr. Sonam Choephel Shosur CTA`s Chief Election Commissioner, at Samstagen.
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Utsang Choelkha (Province) of Switzerland and Liechtenstein held a Prayer in Rikon
Rikon: On 8th June 2019, Saturday, Utsang Choelkha of Switzerland & Liechtenstein organized a prayer gathering for the long life and well being of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Rikon Tibet institute.
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Informations on United Nations Human Rights Council by Ms Kalden Tsomo
Zürich: On Saturday 8th June 2019 during the Tibetan Community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein's Boardmember (Thumis) meeting, Ms Kalden Tsomo from Tibet Bureau Geneva presented information regarding Human rights situation in Tibet
Read more … Informations on United Nations Human Rights Council by Ms Kalden Tsomo
The 6th Mahaguru Bumtsok (Annual Prayer Festival) Held in Switzerland
The 6th Annual Mahaguru Bumtsok, the Prayer festival for the long life of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and for the wellbeing of whole sentient beings started on 31st May 2019 at Aargau.
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Schafhausen Tibetan Community Confer Gratitude Award on Kasur Ama Jetsun Pema
Schaffhausen: On Sunday 26th May 2019, Tibetan Community of Schaffhausen organized the Gratitude Award (Kadrin Jedren) presentation event in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.
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17-point Agreement between Tibet and China
After the occupation of eastern Tibet`s provincial capital, Chamdo, the People`s Republic of China (PRC), on 23 May 1951, forced Tibet to sign the 17-point “Agreement on Measures for the Peaceful Liberation of Tibet.”The alternative, the occupying forces said, was an immediate military operation in the remaining parts of Tibet.
Golden Award to Mr་Dongchung Ngodup by Dhomey Cholkha of Switzerland
Rikon: On Saturday 18th May 2019, Dhomey་Cholkha of Switzerland organized the Third Golden Award presentation in Rikon, Switzerland. The Award was conferred to Mr. Dongchung Ngodup, who was also the chief guest of the Ceremony.
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Visit of Secretary of Department of Education in Aargau Switzerland
Representative Chhimey Rigzen, Secretary Karma Singey and Tenzin Dorjee inspecting Tibetan weekend school in Aargau.
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Teaching of Buddhism at Tibetan Institute, Rikon
Rikon: Saturday 11th May 2019, Tibetan Language and Culture School of Aargau association and Tibet Institute Rikon organized a Teaching cum workshop on Tibetan Buddhism.
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Tibetans in Switzerland say no to Community Hall Project
Tibetans in Switzerland voted with the majority 'No' to the proposed Community Hall in Dulliken.
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Tibetans in Luzern Held a Prayer Gathering
Luzern: On 28th April 2019, Sunday, Tibetan Community in Luzern organized a prayer gathering for the long life and well being of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Birthday Celebration of 11th Panchen Lama, the youngest prisoner in the world
Zurich: On 25th April, Tibetans around the world celebrated and wished Panchen Lama on his 30th Birthday. Tibetan Women Association and the Tibetan Youth Congress in Switzerland jointly organized a Birthday celebration at Zürich.
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Tibetan Prayer gathering Section Zurich
Zurich: On 21st April 2019, Sunday, Tibetan Community in Zurich organized a prayer gathering for the long life and well being of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at the Community's office at Binz, Zurich.
tibetswiss.ch appears in a new look
In conjunction with the 100th publication of the printed newsletter of TCLS, the newsletter community of TCSL has marked yet another important milestone to the trilingual website of TCSL, tibetswiss.ch.
60th Anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising Day
Tibetans in Switzerland took to the streets of Zürich to mark the 60th Anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising Day.
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A farewell tribute to outgoing representative of H.H. the Dalai Lama, Mr. Ngodup Dorjee la
Initiated by the Tibetan Community in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, members of other organizations from Europe jointly paid a tribute to the outgoing representative of H.H. the Dalai Lama, Mr. Ngodup Dorjee la.
“May the Dalai Lama Live Long! May We Soon Behold His Golden Countenance!”: Tibetan Self-Immolator Dopo
Dopo, a Tibetan man barely of 23 years old, set himself on fire on 4 November, this year in Ngaba County of Tibet’s Amdo region. According to confirmed sources, Dopo is reported to have succumbed to his injuries post the act of protesting against the repressive policies of the Chinese government