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Contact is taking a break after 25 years of bringing you news of Tibet and Tibetan issues. We are celebrating our 25 years by bringing you the story of Contact and the people who have made it happen, and our archive is still there for you to access at any time, and below you can read the story of Contact, how it came into being and the wonderful reflections of the people who have made it happen over the years.

When and how Contact will re-emerge and evolve will be determined by those who become involved.

Speaking up for Tibet

July 26, 2019;

Mkhuleko Hlengwa, a South African Member of Parliament has called on his government to do more for Tibet, citing China’s human rights violations imposed on Tibetans. Giving a five-minute speech in Parliament and wearing a Tibetan shirt, Mr Hlengwa demanded that his government prioritise human dignity, freedom, and justice before economic ties with China who is S Africa’s largest trading partner.

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