Early days, but Dalai Lama succession potential friction point in Sino-Indian ties
Wednesday, 2 July 2025 () The Dalai Lama's succession plan, excluding China, has sparked controversy, with Beijing insisting on adherence to Chinese laws and historical conventions. This contentious issue could strain improving India-China relations, especially with Beijing likely to appoint its own successor.
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Dalai Lama Vs China: Tensions are surging as the Dalai Lama announces he has identified his successor, defying Beijing’s longstanding claim that only China can approve the next spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Chinese officials immediately rejected the declaration, calling it “illegal and invalid.” The escalating dispute has reignited global debates over religious freedom, Tibetan autonomy, and China’s tightening control over spiritual institutions.
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As the Dalai Lama approaches his 90th birthday, he asserts the authority of his India-based trust to name his reincarnation, sparking a succession battle with.. IndiaTimes
China has said it is ready for talks with India to negotiate and manage the long-disputed border following a direct push by Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh. The statement comes days after Singh met his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun at the SCO meet in Qingdao.
Singh had urged for a permanent solution to the LAC demarcation and troop de-escalation, referring to a “structured roadmap” for resolving tensions. Beijing responded that while the border issue is complicated, established diplomatic and military mechanisms are in place, and both sides must work to keep peace and stability. The 2020 Galwan Valley clash — which claimed 20 Indian and at least 4 Chinese soldiers — had tanked bilateral relations, but recent developments such as talks resuming and Kailash Mansarovar Yatra reopening signal cautious optimism. Both sides have agreed to continue dialogue through Special Representative mechanisms and cross-border initiatives.
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Ahead of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama would persist, with the Gaden Phodrang Trust holding sole authority to.. IndiaTimes
The Dalai Lama has affirmed his reincarnation will continue, challenging China's claim to approve his successor. This declaration, made before his 90th birthday,.. IndiaTimes
The Dalai Lama has asserted that the Tibetan Buddhist institution will endure beyond his lifetime, emphasizing that China should not interfere in choosing his.. IndiaTimes
China rejected the Dalai Lama's succession plan, while the Tibetan spiritual leader said the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue and only the Gaden... DNA Also reported by •Upworthy
Ahead of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama declared that the institution of the Dalai Lama would persist, with the Gaden Phodrang Trust holding sole authority to... IndiaTimes Also reported by •DNA •Upworthy •NPR
The Dalai Lama said on Wednesday that a non-profit that he has founded will have the sole authority to recognize his future reincarnation, countering China's... CBC.ca Also reported by •IndiaTimes •DNA