Re: (Free Tibet) Why Tibet??

"LT Lee" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> [EMAIL PROTECTED] (CFAIII) wrote in message
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> > I hope without sounding insensitive, and with a real sincerity, I
> > ask...Why is the political issues of Tibet so important? It's an issue
> > I see on Bumper Stickers and Tee-Shirts all the time, and I've seen it
> > for the better part of a decade. But what I don't understand is where
> > does the passion come from? Why Tibet? Why not (insert favorite
> > African nation here) or any half dozen (extreme)Islamic nations under
> > oppression (as oppossed to the Moderates in the region)? How about
> > Free N. Korea or Cuba? I guess everyone picks their battles, but Tibet
> > just doen't seem to be the worse place...all other things being equal.
> > But again, I realise in asking I am in a position of ignorance on the
> > Tibet matter. That's why I'm here...for you to explain it to me.
>
> Racism against Chinese supported by mostly Europeans.
> The following is their characterization of "very very Chinese" in an
> award winning article showcased by the Internation Campaign for Tibet.
>
> http://www.savetibet.org/News/News.cfm?ID=1019&c=6
>
> "...very, very Chinese. The inner feelings lack the human touch, the
> human quality, the caring nature, the loving heart and every thing
> that is gentle.  They are like human robots with no human feelings.
> ..."
This speaks for everyone? Hell, only when it suits your purpose.
>
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>
> Second Prize Winning Essay
> May 3, 2002
>
> Question: In a post-solution Tibet, what rights should be granted to
> Chinese workers and residents living in Tibet?
>
> By Ngawang Choeney
>
> The hour has drawn nigh and the moon has lent its cooling light to
> shine over the darkness that has just passed by. The year is 2008AD
> and the Tibetan problem has found a solution. It is the post solution
> period.
>
> The Tibetans in exile have embraced everything that the Tibetans in
> Tibet have to offer except the deep-rooted Maoist ideology that is so
> brutal, so devoid of compassion that they can not just have it even if
> offered on a platter. The Tibetans in exile have been true followers
> of the teachings of Lord Buddha which sums up the fact; commit no sin,
> nurture and carry out everything that is good, control the mind and
> that is the teaching in a nutshell. The Tibetans in exile have always
> done their best to represent the Tibetan race as a race that abides by
> compassion, love, kindness and friendliness.
>
> Now that they have reunited with their brothers and sisters in Tibet,
> it feels uneasy to commit one self to the near ones. This is because
> the near ones have an absolutely different set of thoughts that are so
> un-Tibetan but very, very Chinese. The inner feelings lack the human
> touch, the human quality, the caring nature, the loving heart and
> every thing that is gentle.  They are like human robots with no human
> feelings. The realization strikes back like a powerful lighting out of
> the black clouds and you feel so numb, so helpless.
>
> A decision is made. The Tibetans from both sides will accept one
> another on an equal footing but the final judgment will be given by a
> special group consisting of equal number of representatives.
>
> So, the meeting has begun to discuss what to do with the innumerable
> Chinese workers and the settlers in Tibet. At this moment it is not
> possible to send them back to Chinese mainland where they may not have
> any source of income and thus they would have to lead an unstable,
> miserable livelihood. More over, it does not seem right on the part of
> the Tibetans to cause suffering to the many Chinese residents. It is
> the firm belief of the Tibetans not to harm others if one can not be
> helpful.
>
> The discussion has gone for three days and finally the panel has to
> give the judgment. The panel has five Tibetans born and brought up in
> Tibet and five representing the exiled Tibetans. The Tibetans in Tibet
> have no sympathy for the Chinese workers and the residents though many
> of them have been in Tibet for more than half a century. They have
> forwarded the judgment that the Chinese workers must be sent back to
> Chinese mainland whether they like it or not. They deserve the
> suffering as they have made the Tibetans suffer much during those many
> years of Chinese rule in Tibet.
>
> Then a contradiction is forwarded by the representatives of the exiled
> Tibetans saying that it is not fair and justified because the judgment
> is against the diction of Buddhism. The Chinese settlers must be
> allowed to remain in Tibet but they must adopt direct taxation method
> for the contribution of Tibet's economy.
>
> The panel then touches upon the work permit and the decision that the
> members favor is to let the Chinese residents work as per their skills
> to produce the best result. They must be given payment measured
> against they performance. The Tibetan government will enroll only the
> well-trained Chinese in the field of their own specialization as
> responsible officials at work. The government will ensure that they
> are provided with the basic rights of the employments as per the rules
> of work and HUMAN RIGHTS PROVISIONS under the CHARTER OF THE WORLD
> HUMAN RIGHTS BODY. There will be no discrimination on the basis of
> sex, colour or creed. The employer must ensure their welfare keeping
> in mind that they are employees appointed on the criteria of the
> specialized category. They must have legal provisions like their
> Tibetan counterparts. The Chinese workers can feel free to voice their
> discontentment in any circumstances. They must get appropriate
> reprisal for the same.
>
> The most important topic of discussion is the discipline, and the
> given judgment is that the Chinese residents must follow the rules and
> regulations set by the government of Tibet. They must abide by the
> normal jurisdiction of any normal person residing in Tibet. The
> SECURITY OFFICE UNDER THE CABINET OF THE TIBETAN GOVERNMEMT will be
> responsible for overseeing the discipline of the Chinese residents.
> Any misdemeanor on their part can land the culprits behind the bars
> with an extremely high bail order.
>
> As for the children of the Chinese settlers, the panel feels, they
> will not face much obstacles in the field of education that is to be
> given in Tibetan because most of them have been born and brought up in
> Tibet. They will be given opportunity of attending schools that are
> free of cost up to the HIGH SCHOOL level. The University level will be
> cost-effective but the Chinese too can avail of scholarship if they
> have the right aptitude, the sharpness of intelligence and the will
> power to carry on with specialized field of education. The Chinese
> graduates are expected to contribute something to the Tibetan
> government. They must be ready to give back a little after completing
> their respective courses. They shall not double-cross the Tibetan
> government that has been very hospitable and concerned with their
> welfare and of course which has been so homely, so understanding. The
> educated Chinese will be assured of security in every circumstance.
>
> As for the choice of religion, the Chinese residents have the freedom
> to adopt the religion of their choice. Their beliefs, ceremonies will
> be respected. If they choose to convert to Buddhism, there will be no
> restrictions. They need never fear the cropping of religious
> distension. The communal harmony is one vital aspect of the Tibetan
> government that draws much attention.
>
> Finally, the panel has reached the last point of discussion, which is
> to decide the future of the Chinese workers and residents. Once they
> decide to remain in Tibet for the rest of their lives, they are
> required to possess valid documents that need renewal every five
> years. They can become Tibetan citizens after a period of continuous
> stay within Tibetan boundary for at least ten years. If they come
> across any legal problems, they have the right to appeal at any court
> of law on par with the Tibetans.
>
> Order, it is believed is the first law of heaven. Tibet will certainly
> see to its law and order to be invigilated every now and then. Tibet
> can then emerge as a nation of peace, modernization and stability. The
> Chinese residents are expected to share the responsibility of making
> Tibet a complete zone of peace, a sanctuary of peace-loving human
> being and a budding nation with no objection to the visitors from
> beyond the Himalayas. Tibet of the fresh century sees itsself as a
> haven of peace, nonviolence, love, compassion, and fraternity where
> the Chinese workers and settlers too have a role to play.
>
> Then let the world say; Behold, how good and pleasant it is when
> brothers and sisters dwell in unity, peace, love, happiness and
> prosperity. Let this be an example to the world of the fresh century.
> Let the united people belonging to two different cultures living as
> one on one soil open a fresh chapter in the world history.