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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
China Scolds Marco Rubio for Dalai Lama Comments
China scolded U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio after he extended birthday wishes to the Dalai Lama, the Tibetan spiritual leader, and told Washington to "stop meddling". Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th reincarnation of the Dalai Lama, assumed his role in 1940. Following the violent suppression of a 1959 uprising in Lhasa by Chinese forces, he fled Tibet and has since made his home in the Himalayan town of Dharamshala, in India. There, he helped establish a democratic government-in-exile and has traveled extensively, advocating for Tibetan autonomy. He turned 90 on July 6, and Rubio said in a message that the Dalai Lama "continues to inspire with his message of unity, peace, and compassion." "Xizang affairs are purely China's internal affairs, which brook no external interference," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said at a press briefing on Tuesday, July 8, using the Chinese name for Tibet. "As is widely known, the 14th Dalai Lama is not a pure religious figure but a political exile engaged in anti-China separatist activities under the cloak of religion. "He and the so-called 'Tibetan government in exile' are in no position at all to represent the people in Xizang, still less decide the future of Xizang." Mao said China is protecting and promoting the freedoms of various religious and ethnic groups in Xizang. "The world can clearly see that, and the U.S. is in no position to point its fingers at China," Mao said. "We urged the U.S. to be fully cognizant of the importance and sensitivity of Xizang-related issues, see clearly the anti-China separatist nature of the Dalit group, honor the commitments that the U.S. has made to China on issues related to Xizang, stop meddling in those issues, and stop sending any wrong signal in any form to the Tibet independence forces." In a July 5 post to his official X account, Rubio said: "Extending best wishes to His Holiness @DalaiLama on his 90th birthday. The Dalai Lama continues to inspire with his message of unity, peace, and compassion." This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow. Related Articles US Navy Stealth Ship Shows Up on China's DoorstepChinese Are Cheering On Elon Musk Against Donald TrumpChina Issues Threat to TrumpChina's New Cash Plan to Tackle Birth Rate Threat 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
China Scolds Marco Rubio for Dalai Lama Comments
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. China scolded U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio after he extended birthday wishes to the Dalai Lama, the Tibetan spiritual leader. "Xizang affairs are purely China's internal affairs, which brook no external interference," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said at a press briefing on Tuesday, July 8, using the Chinese name for Tibet. "As is widely known, the 14th Dalai Lama is not a pure religious figure but a political exile engaged in anti-China separatist activities under the cloak of religion. "He and the so-called 'Tibetan government in exile' are in no position at all to represent the people in Xizang, still less decide the future of Xizang." Mao said China is protecting and promoting the freedoms of various religious and ethnic groups in Xizang. "The world can clearly see that, and the U.S. is in no position to point its fingers at China," Mao said. "We urged the U.S. to be fully cognizant of the importance and sensitivity of Xizang-related issues, see clearly the anti-China separatist nature of the Dalit group, honor the commitments that the U.S. has made to China on issues related to Xizang, stop meddling in those issues, and stop sending any wrong signal in any form to the Tibet independence forces." In a July 5 post to his official X account, Rubio said: "Extending best wishes to His Holiness @DalaiLama on his 90th birthday. The Dalai Lama continues to inspire with his message of unity, peace, and compassion." This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
China fumes as Modi greets Dalai Lama on his birthday
Beijing: China on Monday objected to Prime Minister Narendra Modi wishing the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday and to Indian ministers flocking to his residence in Dharamshala for celebrations, reiterating Beijing's stance on matters concerning Tibet. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters that the country's position on Tibet is consistent and well-known. Mao further stated that the Dalai Lama is a political exile and alleged that he has been involved in efforts to separate Xizang -- also known as Tibet outside China -- under the guise of religion. 'India should fully appreciate the great sensitivity of Xizang-related issues and recognise the anti-separatist nature of the 14th Dalai Lama and honour the commitment it made to China on issues related to Xizang,' she said. She also alleged that India is trying to use the Dalai Lama issue to interfere in China's internal affairs and cautioned New Delhi against doing so. The Chinese Embassy in India protested against the Dalai Lama's announcement regarding the continuation of the reincarnation system, asserting that he has no authority to decide whether the institution should continue or be abolished. Prime Minister Modi on Sunday extended warm wishes to the Dalai Lama, and said he has been an enduring symbol of love, compassion, patience and moral discipline. "His message has inspired respect and admiration across all faiths. We pray for his continued good health and long life," Modi posted on X. Union ministers Kiren Rijiju and Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, and Sikkim minister Sonam Lama attended his birthday celebrations in Dharamshala.
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"India needs to act prudently," China crticises PM Modi's wishes for Dalai Lama's birthday
Beijing [China], July 7 (ANI): China on Monday lodged a protest against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings to the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday, warning New Delhi against interfering in its internal affairs, Global Times reported. On July 6, Prime Minister Modi sent greetings to the Dalai Lama, while the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju attended the celebration on behalf of the Indian government. Responding to the development, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, 'The position of the Chinese government on Xizang-related issues is consistent and clear. As is widely known, the 14th Dalai Lama is a political exile who has long engaged in anti-China separatist activities and seeks to separate Xizang from China under the cloak of religion.' Mao added, 'India needs to be fully cognizant of the sensitivity of issues related to Xizang, see clearly the anti-China and separatist nature of the 14th Dalai Lama, honor the commitments India has made to China on issues related to Xizang, act prudently, and stop using those issues to interfere in China's internal affairs.' She confirmed that China has protested to India regarding its actions. As tensions persist over India's engagement with the Dalai Lama, the Chinese government has reiterated its stance on the reincarnation of the Tibetan spiritual leader, the 14th Dalai Lama, with Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong stating that the process is inherently an internal affair of China, adding that 'no interference by any external forces will be allowed.' In a post on X, Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong wrote, 'It has been noted that some Indian officials recently made some remarks regarding the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama.' The Chinese envoy further highlighted that the government 'opposes any attempts by overseas organisations or individuals to interfere in or dictate the reincarnation process.' 'Tibetan Buddhism traces its origins to China's Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The primary regions where Tibetan Buddhism is practiced are within China. The lineage of the Dalai Lamas took shape and evolved within China's Tibet region,' he wrote on X. The envoy also cleared the government's stance, asserting that the 'conferment of their religious status and titles is the prerogative of the central government of China.' Xu Feihong also stated that the Chinese government upholds the principle of independence and self-governance in religious affairs. He also emphasised that 'no interference by any external forces will be allowed.' 'The reincarnation and succession of the Dalai Lama is inherently an internal affair of China. The Chinese government upholds the principle of independence and self-governance in religious affairs and administers the reincarnation of Living Buddhas, including that of the Dalai Lama, in accordance with the law. No interference by any external forces will be allowed,' the envoy wrote on X. The Tibetan community in exile celebrated the 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama with traditional fervour and devotion at the Sambhota Tibetan School in Chhota Shimla on Sunday. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
How China reacted to PM Narendra Modi's birthday greeting for Dalai Lama: ‘India needs to…'
China on Monday said it protested to India over Prime Minister Narendra Modi sending greetings to the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday and the attendance of a Union minister at the celebrations. Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama celebrated his 90th birthday at the Main Tibetan Temple in McLeodganj in Himachal Pradesh on July 6, 2025.(AFP) Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said the 14th Dalai Lama is in political exile in India and accused him of engaging in "anti-China separatist activities" for a long time and seeking to separate Xizang from Chinese control. Ning said the position of China on Tibet-related issues is consistent and clear. "The position of the Chinese government on Xizang-related issues is consistent and clear. As is widely known, the 14th Dalai Lama is a political exile who has long engaged in anti-China separatist activities and seeks to separate Xizang from China under the cloak of religion," Mao Ning said during a press briefing. China refers to Tibet as Xizang. Read More: Dalai Lama 'has no authority': China takes out 'facts' amid reincarnation debate over successor India didn't immediately react to China's statement. The Chinese foreign ministry reaction came as Modi greeted the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday on July 6 and the attendance of senior officials, including parliamentary affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, at the birthday celebrations. "India needs to be fully cognizant of the sensitivity of issues related to Xizang, see clearly the anti-China and separatist nature of the 14th Dalai Lama, honor the commitments India has made to China on issues related to Xizang, act prudently, and stop using those issues to interfere in China's internal affairs," the Chinese spokesperson said. Modi had extended birthday greetings to the Dalai Lama and said he has been an enduring symbol of love, compassion, patience, and moral discipline. "His message has inspired respect and admiration across all faiths. We pray for his continued good health and long life," PM Modi posted said in a post on X. Read More: On 90th birthday, Dalai Lama vows to continue to defy China Union ministers Rijiju and Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Sikkim minister Sonam Lama had attended the Tibetan leader's birthday celebrations in Dharamshala. Earlier in the day, the Chinese Ambassador to India also posted on X, highlighting the facts regarding the Dalai Lama's selection process. Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong shared that the reincarnation process has continued for the last 700 years. 'The 14th Dalai Lama is part of this long-standing historical tradition and religious succession, not otherwise. The reincarnation of Dalai Lamas neither began from him nor will end due to him. He has no authority to decide whether the reincarnation system shall continue or be abolished,' he added. The Centre, while speaking on the Dalai Lama's reincarnation issue, has maintained that the Indian government does not take any position on matters concerning practices of faith and religion. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal has said the government has always upheld freedom of religion for all in India and will continue to do so. 'Government of India does not take any position or speak on matters concerning beliefs and practices of faith and religion. Government has always upheld freedom of religion for all in India and will continue to do so,' Jaiswal said. On July 2, Dalai Lama said that the institution of Dalai Lama will continue even after his death and no one else has the authority to decide on the matter. He further said that the next Dalai Lama will be chosen outside of China.
