Adopted text
Violations of religious freedom in Tibet
TA-10-2025-0097 · P10_TA(2025)0097 · PE772.555
- Adopted in plenary on · Adopted 478–30–41 · See the decision →
- Full procedure 2025/2692
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The European Parliament resolution condemns China's repressive policies in Tibet, including religious persecution and forced assimilation, and demands accountability and sanctions.¶¶¶ It calls for an independent investigation into the death of Tulku Hungkar Dorje and urges China to release religious and political prisoners.¶¶
Key points
- Condemns repressive assimilation policies in China, especially in Tibet, and calls for separation of state and religion.¶
- Opposes Chinese interference in selection of Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leaders, including the Dalai Lama.¶
- Expresses concern over the death of Tulku Hungkar Dorje and offers condolences.¶
- Condemns persecution and transnational repression, including cultural assimilation of children, and calls for suspension of extradition treaties with China.¶
- Calls for an independent, transparent investigation into his death with international oversight and return of remains.¶
- Demands accountability and EU sanctions on officials responsible for human rights violations in Tibet.¶
- Urges China to uphold international law, cease discrimination, allow religious practice, and release all prisoners, including the Panchen Lama and Ilham Tohti.¶
- Urges EU and member states to raise the case in dialogues with China and Vietnam and also raise repression of Uyghurs in Xinjiang.¶