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China call decision to award a Grammy to the Dalai Lama 'political manipulation'

China call decision to award a Grammy to the Dalai Lama 'political manipulation'

Summary

China criticized the decision to give a Grammy award to the Dalai Lama, calling it a tool for political manipulation. The Dalai Lama, who lives in exile in India, received the award for an audiobook. China sees him as a political figure engaged in activities against China.

Key Facts

  • The Dalai Lama won a Grammy for an audiobook on Sunday.
  • The audiobook was titled "Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama."
  • China criticized the award, claiming it was used for political purposes against China.
  • The Dalai Lama has lived in exile in India since 1959.
  • China accuses the Dalai Lama of being a political exile and separatist.
  • The Dalai Lama is a key figure in Tibet's autonomy struggle.
  • China and the Dalai Lama disagree on the process of choosing the next Dalai Lama.
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