Tibetan Election Commission Clarifies 2026 Poll Procedures

Tibetan Election Commission issued clarification on August 13, 2025, regarding procedures for 2026 Sikyong and Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile elections amid public speculation. According to Charter Article 97(3)(5) and Election Rules Article 2, the electoral process officially begins when two Additional Election Commissioners take oath of office, scheduled for October 1, 2025. After their assumption of office, the Election Commission will announce detailed electoral process and election dates. The Chief Election Commissioner and Additional Election Commissioners will visit Tibetan diaspora communities from October 1 to create awareness about election rules. It appeals to Tibetans to remain vigilant against circulating rumors and misinformation.