US Budget Secures $23M for Tibet; Revives VOA and RFA Broadcasts

President Trump signed the fiscal year 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act on February 3, reaffirming bipartisan US support for Tibet. The legislation maintains traditional funding levels, allocating roughly $23 million across key initiatives. Specifically, $10 million targets sustainable development and cultural preservation within Tibet, while $8 million supports diaspora resilience in India and Nepal. An additional $5 million strengthens the Central Tibetan Administration. Crucially, the bill restores funding for the US Agency for Global Media, paving the way for the immediate resumption of vital Voice of America and Radio Free Asia Tibetan-language broadcasts.