During a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding the omission of the Tibetan community in discussions about human rights violations by the Chinese government. A member of the committee expressed alarm that, while the bill addressed issues related to Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the Uyghurs, it failed to mention Tibetans, despite their long history of oppression.

The discussion highlighted the importance of explicitly recognizing Tibetans in human rights dialogues, as the absence of their mention could be interpreted by the Chinese government as a lack of concern. The committee member emphasized that the omission was particularly striking given the bill's comprehensive approach to other marginalized groups within China.

While another committee member pointed out that Tibetans are included under broader language addressing human rights violations, the lack of specific mention was deemed problematic. The dialogue underscored a bipartisan commitment to advocating for Tibetan rights, with calls for clarity and acknowledgment of their plight in future legislative efforts.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on the need for vigilance in representing all oppressed groups, including Tibetans, in discussions about human rights, reinforcing the commitment of both Democrats and Republicans to stand up for the Tibetan community.