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China open for talks on Tibet with Dalai Lama's representatives, ready to discuss his personal future, not autonomy
China no longer labels the Dalai Lama as a separatist, and this is certainly an important shift in Beijing's stance.
Tibetan medical practitioners condemn 'false' reports against Dalai Lama
"Tailored video of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama misused by Chinese Communist agents and some irresponsible media to malign the image of the Noble Laureate His Holiness the Dalai Lama has hurt sentiments of the entire Buddhist communities and the followers of His Holiness to a great extent. Media must apologise to His.
Watch | 'Doctored' Dalai Lama video an instance of 'Chinese cyber bullying', say Tibetans
Many say the video in which the spiritual leader "kisses a child on the lips" was an attempt to vilify the Nobel Peace laureate who has spent decades trying to peacefully resolve China's brutal occupation of his homeland Tibet.
China strongly resists 'sneaky' visit of the Dalai Lama to Sri Lanka
A top-level delegation from the Chinese Embassy in Colombo met the head monk of one of the influential Buddhist chapters in the country and told him that China strongly opposes any foreign country receiving the Tibetan spiritual leader, who is exiled in India.
Dalai Lama prays for early recovery of Pelosi's husband
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has written to Speaker Nancy Pelosi to express his sympathy. "I understand that he is expected to make a full recovery, nevertheless, I pray that his health may soon be completely restored. Media reports indicate that the intruder, who broke into your residence and assaulted your husband, was asking for you. I trust that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure your safety and security," he wrote.
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A large convoy of trucks and pick-up cars descended in Canada’s capital Ottawa from across the country on the weekend to protest against the vaccine mandate imposed by the government of PM Justin Trudeau. Christened as “Freedom Convoy 2022”, they congregated at Parliament Hill. Here’s an explainer in the chronological order as to why the truckers and the general working-class people are protesting.
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Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for the drone attack last week in the industrial area of Musaffah in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. The attacks are said to be in response to the airstrikes by the Saudi-led military coalition which has been carpet-bombing the Houthis in Yemen since 2015. Given the region’s importance in global energy security, it becomes pertinent to understand the history of the Yemen politics, the emergence and relevance of Houthis in civil war and why is the Saudi-led coalition dropping bombs across Yemen.
US diplomat asks China to hold dialogue with Dalai Lama
Special Coordinator Uzra Zeya expressed her own commitment to working with the international community and engaging People's Republic of China (PRC) officials on advancing human rights of the Tibetan people and preserving their unique historical, religious, cultural and linguistic rights, including calling upon the PRC to end interference in the selection and veneration of the Dalai Lama and Tibetan Buddhist religious leaders.
Lost a great man, who lived meaningful life: Dalai Lama on Desmond Tutu's death
"Please accept my heartfelt condolences," he wrote, "and convey the same to your mother and other members of your family. I pray for him. "As you know, over the years, your father and I enjoyed an enduring friendship. I remember the many occasions we spent time together, including the week here at Dharamsala in 2015 when we were able to share our thoughts on how to increase peace and joy in the world. The friendship and the spiritual bond between us was something we cherished.
Taking policy on Tibet ahead, Zeya designated US Special Coordinator
The Indian-American currently serves as Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human rights -- a position that has traditionally doubled as the special coordinator. The Tibetan Policy Act of 2002 mandates the appointment of the special coordinator. According to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, "I have designated Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya to serve concurrently as the United States Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues, an important role she will take on effective immediately.
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