Tibetan journalists’ collective in exile observes World Press Freedom Day

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Tenzin Nyidon 

DHARAMSHALA, May 3: The Association of Tibetan Journalists (ATJ), a collective of Tibetan journalists in exile, commemorated World Press Freedom Day with a panel discussion focused on the role and rights of the exile Tibetan media.

Held on Saturday in the capital of the exile Tibetan diaspora, the occasion brought together journalists and media professionals to reflect on the protections guaranteed under the Charter of Tibetans in Exile. The panel also explored the evolving relationship between Tibetan advocacy groups and the media operating in exile. 

An award ceremony was also held to honor Pema Ngodup, a journalist of Radio Free Asia, in recognition of his 23 years of dedicated service to the Tibetan community through journalism.

The event was graced by the chief guest, MP Tsering Yangchen, a Standing Committee mem...

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