Dharamshala: Sikyong Penpa Tsering of the Central Tibetan Administration has extended a congratulatory letter to Sushila Karki on her appointment as the first Interim Prime Minister of the Republic of Nepal.

Sikyong writes, “For Tibetans inside and outside, your historic appointment as the first interim Prime Minister of the Republic of Nepal at this crucial juncture of the Nepalese nation and its people is both a rejoicing moment and a hope for a better future for all people in Nepal.” He also mentioned the sacrifices of the Nepalese people, particularly the contributions made during the Gen-Z revolution.

“His Holiness the Dalai Lama, in his message, highlighted the close relationship between the Nepalese and Tibetans and expressed gratitude to the government and people of Nepal for providing facilities for the rehabilitation of Tibetan refugees since 1959. I wish to reiterate the importance of our historical relationship. However, I wish to stress the situation of the Tibetans who sought refuge in Nepal due to the forceful Chinese occupation of Tibet and the inhuman persecution of Tibetans in Tibet and who have to undergo existential challenges in Nepal. All our efforts over the years have been in vain, but your leadership brings us hope.”

“I am sure under your leadership and the new framework, there will be a reprieve for Tibetan refugees in Nepal. We assure you that the Tibetan people will positively participate in the development of the country,” Sikyong wrote.

“Again, we wish you the very best in meeting all the immediate challenges and in setting Nepal on the course of prosperity, opening a new chapter in the history of Nepal,” the letter concludes.