Tibetan Language Ban on Chinese Social Media Draws Criticism

Tibetans worldwide are expressing concerns after Douyin, a Chinese social media platform, banned all content in the Tibetan language. The Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRD) has condemned the move. TCHRD Director Tenzin Dawa criticized the decision, highlighting its impact on Tibetan creators who rely on the platform for livelihood. The Chinese constitution allows minorities to use their language, raising questions about the ban's legality. Other platforms, such as Bilibili and Talkmate, have also banned Tibetan language content. Activists claim these actions threaten Tibetan culture and identity.