Summary
The Dalai Lama announced that the tradition of choosing a new Dalai Lama will continue after his passing, emphasizing that China should not interfere with the process. He stated that the search for his successor should follow traditional Buddhist practices and that his reincarnation will not be found in China. This announcement comes as many Tibetans oppose China’s influence over Tibetan Buddhism.
Key Facts
- The Dalai Lama confirmed that his religious role will continue after his death.
- He insisted that the next Dalai Lama should be selected according to Tibetan Buddhist traditions.
- The Dalai Lama stated China should not be involved in choosing his successor.
- The current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, has been the spiritual leader since 1940 and lives in exile in India.
- China claims it has the authority to approve the next Dalai Lama within China.
- The search process for the new Dalai Lama is to be overseen by the Gaden Phodrang Trust.
- Amnesty International criticized China’s attempts to control the selection as an attack on religious freedom.
- The Tibetan government-in-exile supports the Dalai Lama's stance against Beijing’s involvement.
