51 Estonian Lawmakers Condemn China’s Ethnic Unity Law

Fifty-one of Estonia’s 101 parliamentarians have signed a statement condemning China’s Ethnic Unity and Progress Law and calling for its repeal. Led by Juku-Kalle Raid, head of the Tibet Support Group in the Riigikogu, the lawmakers said the legislation threatens Tibetan language, culture and religious rights. They also warned that Article 63 could allow China to target people in Estonia accused of undermining ethnic unity. The statement called for international pressure on Beijing and support for the Tibetan government in exile’s efforts to preserve Tibetan identity. It was issued during His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday celebrations.