About
Lobsang Sangay is a Tibetan-American politician in exile. He served as the Kalon Tripa of the Tibetan Administration in India from 2011 to 2012, and subsequently as the Sikyong of the Central Tibetan Administration from 2012 to 2021. Sangay is a prominent figure in the Tibetan exile community, advocating for Tibetan rights and autonomy.
Career Timeline
Kalon Tripa of Tibet
Assumed leadership role within the Tibetan Administration.
Sikyong of Tibetan Administration
Became the Sikyong, solidifying leadership in the exile community.
Advocates for Tibetan Autonomy
Continued advocacy on the international stage.
Steps Down as Sikyong
End of his term as Sikyong.
Continues Advocacy
Continues to advocate for Tibetan rights, remaining a respected figure.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026