Sikyong
Sikyong is the title used for the political head of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), the government-in-exile of Tibet based in Dharamsala, India. The Sikyong functions as the chief executive of the CTA, which oversees the Tibetan diaspora’s civil, cultural, and political affairs alongside the Tibetan Parliament in Exile and the Kashag, the cabinet.
Election and term: The Sikyong is elected by eligible Tibetan voters within the exile community and, where
Responsibilities and powers: The Sikyong chairs the Kashag and is responsible for administering government policy, budget,
Historical context: In 2011, the Dalai Lama devolved political authority to elected leaders, marking a transition
Notable Sikyongs: Lobsang Sangay served from 2011 to 2021, followed by Penpa Tsering, who took office in