Sikyong Highlights Middle Way as Path Forward for All Tibetans During Second Official Visit to Vancouver

Dharmashala: Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the political leader of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), made his second official visit to Vancouver, Canada, on 26 May 2025. During his visit, he addressed the local Tibetan community at an event organised by the Tibetan Cultural Society of Vancouver.

In his address, Sikyong elaborated on the journey of Tibetans into exile and the steady improvement in their livelihoods over the decades. He reflected on the collective resilience of the community, stating, “Upon visiting Tibetan settlements in exile, I have always expressed my deep gratitude to His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the elder generation of Tibetans across all settlements for their unwavering resilience and sacrifices in preserving our identity and community.”

Sikyong acknowledged that the challenges faced by the first generation laid the foundation for future progress, enabling younger generations to access better education, healthcare, and opportunities while continuing to uphold their cultural heritage.

He addressed the local Tibetan community, highlighting the growing importance of population digitalisation as a crucial tool in governance, especially for communities in exile or underrepresented ...