Tibet’s exiled government leader sworn in
Penpa Tsering was sworn in for a second term as the leader of the Central Tibetan Administration, which represents Tibetans in exile. He emphasized the importance of unity among Tibetans and the need for a peaceful resolution to the Sino-Tibet conflict. The ceremony took place in Dharamshala, India, with the Dalai Lama present, highlighting the ongoing struggle for Tibetan identity and autonomy.
- ▪Penpa Tsering was elected for a second term after receiving 61% of the votes in the preliminary round.
- ▪The Central Tibetan Administration functions as a representative body for an estimated 150,000 Tibetans living in exile worldwide.
- ▪Mr. Tsering expressed gratitude to India and the United States for their support in the Tibetan struggle for truth.
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Buddhist spiritual leader the Dalai Lama prayed as the leader of the elected government of Tibetans in exile was sworn in for a second term on Wednesday (May 27, 2026). The India-based Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), condemned by China as "nothing but a separatist political group", is a key institution for the exiles, especially after the Dalai Lama handed over political power in 2011.Elections took place in February and April in 27 countries, but not China. The government's "sikyong", or leader, Penpa Tsering, was elected for a second term, after taking 61% in the preliminary round, a high enough threshold to win outright.Mr.
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