Sikyong Penpa Tsering Congratulates German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on His Election.

Dharamshala: On behalf of the Central Tibetan Administration and the Tibetan people, Sikyong Penpa Tsering extended heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Friedrich Merz on his election as the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

In his congratulatory letter addressed to the new German Chancellor, Sikyong remarked, “Your assumption of the esteemed office marks a new chapter not only in Germany’s national journey but also in its continued commitment to the protection of human rights worldwide. The Tibetan people have long regarded people of Germany, and the German Parliament as a steadfast ally in our nonviolent struggle for freedom and human rights.”

“The solidarity and support shown by successive German leaders and parliamentarians has been a beacon of hope for our people. Germany has repeatedly called upon the People’s Republic of China to respect the fundamental rights of the Tibetan people. Over the years, Germany has welcomed Tibetan refugees and supported educational and cultural initiatives within the Tibetan diaspora. The generous support extended to Tibetan institutio...