The Geneva Forum 2023, a collaborative effort between the Department of Information and International Relations (DIIR) and the Tibet Bureau Geneva, recently concluded its proceedings on October 27, 2023. The concluding session, overseen by Kalon Norzin Dolma from the DIIR-CTA and Nicole Su, the Director General of the Taipei Cultural and Economic Delegation in Geneva, brought together a diverse array of participants.

The event's extensive discussions covered various critical themes. The first session, titled "Human Rights Decline: Regions Under China," featured prominent figures such as Rushan Abbas, Dugarjab L. Hotala, Dr. Xiao Qiang, and Tenzin Dawa, shedding light on the current state of human rights in areas governed by the PRC.

The second session, "Silencing Voices: China's Assimilationist Policy and Crackdown on Defenders," was led by Benedict Rogers, Dr. Emile Dirks, and Lhadon Tethong, who provided valuable insights into the challenges faced under China's repressive policies.

Additionally, the third session, "Development or Neo-Colonization? Tibet and Regions under China," hosted Professor Dibyesh Anand, Dr. Martin Mills, and Dr. Gyal Lo, delving into the intricate balance between development initiatives and concerns regarding potential neo-colonialism in these regions.

The fourth-panel session, "China's Global Footprints: Surveillance and Transnational Repression," invited Yaqiu Wang, Josh Rogin, and Dr. Tenzin Lhadon, who examined the implications of China's expanding influence and surveillance tactics on a global scale.

The 5th Geneva Forum, spanning from October 26 to October 27, 2023, provided a platform for crucial discussions and insights into the challenging realities faced by individuals and regions under the governance of the People's Republic of China.