U.S. Department of State
02/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/17/2026 07:04
Marking Losar, the Tibetan New Year
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Marking Losar, the Tibetan New Year
I extend my warmest wishes to all those celebrating Losar, the Tibetan New Year. On this first day of the Year of the Fire Horse, we celebrate the fortitude and resilience of Tibetans around the world. The United States remains committed to supporting the unalienable rights of Tibetans and their distinct linguistic, cultural, and religious heritage.
I wish Tibetans everywhere a healthy and prosperous year ahead. Losar Tashi Delek and Happy New Year!
On this auspicious occasion, I am also pleased to announce that I have designated Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) Riley M. Barnes to serve as the United States Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues.
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