He showed the journalists the ready-made Tibetan paper in a Tibetan room. Besides the Tibetan paper, there were some Tibetan calligraphy works on the desk. A framed Tibetan calligraphy reads “Mainling Tibetan paper, the world-renowned paper” is hung on the wall. 

The journalists picked up the paper and observedit in the hope of getting a close contact to the ancient yet modern art. Tokden told us, “People coming over would be attracted by Tibetan paper and they all want to touch and feel it.” 

Besides craftsmanship, Tibetan paper is also the embodiment of Tibetan history and art. 

“Iam keen on Tibetan paper making and I have been in this business for about 20 years. I hope that Tibetan paper, this intangible cultural heritage can be better preserved and promoted.” 

Tokden said Tibetan paper produced by his factory was quite popular in Tibet Autonomous Region as well as other provinces. 

“Our factory enjoys good economic benefits and we have managed to help some needy people to increase income. We have recruited 9 low-income families to produce Tibetan paper and in the peak season, 4 low-income families would be recruited to produce Tibetan paper every day, which can help to ease their economic pressures.” 

At this very moment, an aged Tibetan woman came by and greeted to everyone gladly. Tokden introduced she was Tsering Drolma from his village. Drolma was unable to labor and Tokden’s factory helped her. She would be delighted as long as mentioning the factory.  

Time was fleeting, and it was late. When the journalists said goodbye to Tokden, he said seriously, “I will endeavor to develop the Tibetan paper factory and help the factory make its name. Meanwhile, I will try my best to assist the impoverished families.”