The Secretary of State, Michale R. Pompeo issued a statement today extending his warm greetings to the Tibetans and people of the Himalaya region on the occasion of Losar, Tibetan New Year.

He stated, “On behalf of the American people, I extend our warmest wishes for a peaceful and prosperous new year to the people of the Himalayan region and Tibetans throughout the world.

As you celebrate this joyful occasion, the people of the United States are deeply appreciative of your rich cultural heritage, and we remain your steadfast partner and friend”.

Representative Ngodup Tsering acknowledged this kind gesture from the Secretary of the State and said, “I express my heartfelt thanks to US Secretary of State, His Excellency Michael Pompeo, on behalf of His Holiness and Central Tibetan Administration which represents the aspiration of Tibetan people in and outside Tibet. We pray this Tibetan New Year brings peace, prosperity, and happiness to all peoples of the world”.