UN Experts Condemn China's Hydropower Plans and Repression in Tibet

UN human rights experts have expressed serious concern over China’s hydropower plans in Tibet, particularly the Kamtok dam in Dege, which threatens to displace hundreds and submerge monasteries. According to a letter sent to the Chinese government in July, reports of repression against Tibetan protesters and lack of consultation with local communities were highlighted. The experts warned of the irreversible damage to Tibet’s cultural and religious heritage. The International Campaign for Tibet criticized China’s claims of sustainable development, urging global scrutiny of China’s actions. The Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China supported the UN’s concerns.