Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:49am on 06 Jul 2025,Sunday International
As he turned 90, the Dalai Lama reaffirmed his commitment to defy China’s authority over Tibetan Buddhism, declaring he would reincarnate independently as the next spiritual leader. Celebrations in Dharamshala included performances, global followers, Indian ministers, and Hollywood actor Richard Gere. The Nobel laureate said his reincarnation will be recognized solely by the Gaden Phodrang Trust. China insists it must approve any successor. Exiled in India since 1959, the Dalai Lama continues to advocate for Tibetan autonomy. The U.S. has urged China to end its interference in Tibetan religious affairs, supporting the Dalai Lama’s right to determine his succession. (PC: X)
