Dharamshala: Stefan Schott, Country Representative of the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) India, and Nupur Hasija, Head of Program at FNF India, met with Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel and Deputy Speaker Dolma Tsering Teykhang this morning, 12 March 2026.

During their hour-long meeting, the Speakers reflected on the more than three-decade-long partnership between the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) and the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile (TPiE), and expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the Foundation’s continued support in strengthening and promoting Tibetan democracy.

Welcoming the visiting delegation, the Speakers noted that their visit to Dharamshala would offer them a deeper and more holistic understanding of the democratic functioning of the Central Tibetan Administration.

A wide range of issues were discussed during the meeting, with particular focus on the need to uphold and strengthen democratic principles amid the ongoing changes taking place around the world. The Speakers also emphasized how greater unity among world leaders could contribute to fostering global peace and stability.

Highlighting the European Union as a model for sovereign nations striving for peace, unity, and stability, the Speakers also underscored the importance of the EU challenging the People’s Republic of China’s false narrative that Tibet has historically been part of China by presenting accurate historical facts.

The visiting delegation was accompanied by SARD Senior Manager Thupten Rinzin and SARD Program Manager and MEL Officer Jamphel Sherap.