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How a CCP Propaganda Campaign Targeted the Dalai Lama
May 20, 2023

How a CCP Propaganda Campaign Targeted the Dalai Lama

By Magnus Fiskesjö
The latest smear campaign succeeded beyond China’s wildest dreams by playing into Western ignorance about Tibetan culture – and self-righteous “cancel culture” on social media.

India Hosts Two Buddhist Conferences This Week
April 20, 2023

India Hosts Two Buddhist Conferences This Week

By Sudha Ramachandran
All eyes will be on the conference at New Delhi on April 20-21. Will the Dalai Lama attend?
Implications of Dalai Lama Identifying New Head of Tibetan Buddhism in Mongolia
March 29, 2023

Implications of Dalai Lama Identifying New Head of Tibetan Buddhism in Mongolia

By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
His move, which adds a twist to the Tibetan power struggle with China, will have to be endorsed by the Mongolian clergy for broader acceptance.

China’s Panicked Reaction to Sri Lanka’s Invitation to the Dalai Lama
February 01, 2023

China’s Panicked Reaction to Sri Lanka’s Invitation to the Dalai Lama

By Sudha Ramachandran
Its charge d’affaires in Colombo raced to Kandy to warn a top Buddhist monk of damage to bilateral relations if the Tibetan leader visited the island.

Dalai Lama Travels to Remote Ladakh Region Bordering China
July 15, 2022

Dalai Lama Travels to Remote Ladakh Region Bordering China

By Associated Press
Indian and Chinese troops have been locked in a tense standoff along their disputed border in Ladakh since 2020.

Prime Minister Modi Plays the ‘Tibet Card’ Again
July 13, 2021

Prime Minister Modi Plays the ‘Tibet Card’ Again

By Sudha Ramachandran
This may impress his fans at home. But will it frighten the Chinese?

Why the Chinese Communist Party Sees Tibetan Monks as ‘Troublemakers’
March 10, 2021

Why the Chinese Communist Party Sees Tibetan Monks as ‘Troublemakers’

By Apa Lhamo
The CCP’s strategy for consolidating control over Tibet centers on “sinicizing” Tibetan Buddhism.
Lee Teng-hui’s Memorial Service Provides Catalyst for Diplomatic Outreach to Taiwan
September 22, 2020

Lee Teng-hui’s Memorial Service Provides Catalyst for Diplomatic Outreach to Taiwan

By Shannon Tiezzi
In addition to a U.S. under secretary of state, a former Japanese prime minister was also in attendance.

The Tangled History of the ‘Tibet Card’
August 13, 2020

The Tangled History of the ‘Tibet Card’

By Ben Hales
It is impossible to understand the transformation of a population into a political “card” without understanding Tibet’s early 20th century.

25 Years After ‘Disappearing’ Tibetan Panchen Lama, China Is No Nearer to Its Goal
May 15, 2020

25 Years After ‘Disappearing’ Tibetan Panchen Lama, China Is No Nearer to Its Goal

By Sophie Richardson
In 1995, Chinese authorities took a 6-year-old Tibetan child, identified as the Panchen Lama reincarnate, from his home. He hasn’t been seen since.

Beijing: Dalai Lama’s Reincarnation Must Comply With Chinese Laws
March 20, 2019

Beijing: Dalai Lama’s Reincarnation Must Comply With Chinese Laws

By Charlotte Gao
Dalai Lama says it is possible that his successor might be found in India.
Has the ‘Free Tibet‘ Movement Fizzled Due to China’s Rise?
March 01, 2019

Has the ‘Free Tibet‘ Movement Fizzled Due to China’s Rise?

By Robert Farley
Tibetan separatists may see a new wave of enthusiasm amid great power competition.

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