Tibetan Exiles Protest in Delhi Ahead of Xi Jinping’s India Visit
What Happened
Members of the Tibetan community-in-exile staged protests in Delhi’s Majnu Ka Tila ahead of Xi Jinping’s visit to India for the BRICS Summit. Protesters demanded the repeal of China’s new Ethnic Unity Law, which came into force in July 2026, arguing that it threatens Tibetan cultural, linguistic and religious identity. Some demonstrators also called for the release of political prisoners and renewed dialogue between Beijing and Tibetan representatives.
Key Takeaways
The protests highlight continuing tensions over Tibet as India prepares to host Chinese President Xi Jinping for his first visit to the country in several years. The demonstrations have brought international attention back to concerns about China's policies toward ethnic minorities and Tibet’s cultural autonomy.