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Dalai Lama Affirms Reincarnation Tradition, Rejects Chinese Influence

7/2/2025

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Dalai Lama Affirms Reincarnation

The Dalai Lama, nearing his 90th birthday, firmly declared that the tradition of his reincarnation will persist, with his successor selected through sacred spiritual methods, untouched by Chinese influence. He stressed that only the Gaden Phodrang Trust will identify the next Dalai Lama, standing resolute against China's efforts to dominate Tibetan Buddhism.

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Lords Challenge China's Oppression

The UK House of Lords passionately confronted China's human rights violations in Tibet, spotlighting the cultural erasure and military presence since the 1950 invasion. MPs voiced their concerns over a potential China-influenced Dalai Lama, warning it could jeopardize India's security. Tibet's rich heritage continues to struggle against the relentless tide of Chinese oppression.

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Dalai Lama Affirms Reincarnation

The Dalai Lama, nearing his 90th birthday, firmly declared that the tradition of his reincarnation will persist, with his successor selected through sacred spiritual methods, untouched by Chinese influence. He stressed that only the Gaden Phodrang Trust will identify the next Dalai Lama, standing resolute against China's efforts to dominate Tibetan Buddhism.

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