MEPs demand answers from EU on 30th anniversary of Panchen Lama’s disappearance

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Brussels [Belgium], May 20 (ANI): Seven Member of the European Parliament (MEPs) from four different political groups tabled urgent questions to the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, pressing for answers about the Panchen Lama’s fate and urging the European Union to take a firmer stance in its human rights dialogue with China, the Central Tibetan Administration reported.

“The 11th Panchen Lama turns 36 on 25 April 2025. But where is he? China is answerable to the world." This powerful message was displayed by Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) in a symbolic action marking the birthday of Gedun Choekyi Nyima, the 11th Panchen Lama of Tibet, who has been missing since 1995.

As reported by Central Tibetan Administration, the gesture was part of a broader effort by MEPs to highlight the 30th anniversary of his enforced disappearance and to renew international calls for his release.

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