Dharamshala, May 3 -- The Association of Tibetan Journalists (ATJ), an organisation of Tibetan journalists living in exile, marked World Press Freedom Day on Saturday with the theme, "We are the custodians of our language. Let us learn, use, and promote the Tibetan language," according to a report by Phayul.

The event, organised in the capital of the Tibetan diaspora, brought together journalists and media professionals.

The chosen theme was inspired by recent appeals from Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the Dalai Lama to protect the Tibetan language, encouraging Tibetans to strengthen efforts towards its preservation.

It also highlighted increasing concerns over recent developments in Tibet, including China's newly implemented l...