Brussels, Feb. 24 -- In an effort to address the severe and urgent situation in Tibet, members of over 44 countries took part in the ninth edition of the International Conference of Tibet Support Groups being held in Brussels, Belgium.

President of Tibet Interest Group Mikulas Peksa from the European Parliament during his inaugural speech stated that he prefers all people in the world, regardless of their religion, as long as they are peaceful.

He believes that they are brothers and sisters, and one must defend their right to live in peace and protect their identity and religion. He called for the immediate abolishment of the boarding school system that is imposed on children in Tibet. He further emphasised the significance of the Europ...