The Olympics and Tibet
By: ben.foley
Posted: Jul 16 08
Witnessed: 379 times
China, Tibet
Freedom of opinion & expression, Freedom of religion & belief
china, Olympics, tibet
"China is celebrating the countdown to the Beijing Olympics, but simmering controversies over Tibet and the torch relay are casting a shadow over the milestone."
Tibet poet speaks out - July 24 2008
With Beijing in the world spotlight for the Olympic games, China is leaving no stone unturned to ensure things run smoothly.
China, Tibet
Detention, Freedom of opinion & expression, Freedom of religion & belief
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China, Tibet
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China, Tibet
Freedom of opinion & expression, Freedom of religion & belief, Torture/ill treatment
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China, Tibet
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