China tightens security in Tibetan border regions

China has tightened security in Tibetan areas bordering India and Nepal as a measure to block Tibetans from fleeing into exile after taking part in public demonstrations and protests in recent months.

Land seizure protests in Keygudo prompts self-immolation

The Tibetan woman who self-immolated in Keygudo, eastern Tibet, last Wednesday has now been identified as Dickyi Choezom, a mother of two in her 40s. “Dickyi Choezom set herself on fire during a public protest against Chinese government policies