Archive · 6 Aug 2025
China Claims Final Say in Selecting Next Dalai Lama
The Chinese government says it will choose the next Dalai Lama, not the current Dalai Lama.
China sees the Dalai Lama as a problem and wants to control Tibetan Buddhism.
The current Dalai Lama has said his next life will be found outside of China and has set up an institution to choose his successor.
China's government states they follow religious rituals when choosing, and the government has the final say.
This is important because China and the Dalai Lama have different views on who should lead.
China asserts the right to choose the next Dalai Lama.
A Chinese Communist Party official stated the government has the final say.
The Dalai Lama has stated his reincarnation will be found outside of China.
The current Dalai Lama has set up an institution with authority to identify his reincarnation.
China views the Dalai Lama as a separatist and wants to control Tibetan Buddhism.
- Who
- China and the Dalai Lama.
- What
- China's assertion of authority over the Dalai Lama's reincarnation process.
- When
- Following statements made by a Chinese Communist Party official on Tuesday.
- Where
- Tibet, China.
- Why
- To assert control over Tibetan Buddhism and counter the Dalai Lama's influence.
China's View
Dalai Lama's View
Authority
China's View
The central government has the final say in the reincarnation.
Dalai Lama's View
The Dalai Lama's institution has the sole authority to identify his reincarnation.
Influence
China's View
China wants to bring Tibetan Buddhism under its control.
Dalai Lama's View
The Dalai Lama's huge following is an obstacle to China's ambition.
- Key Figure
- Dalai Lama
- China's Stance
- Claims final say in reincarnation
- Dalai Lama's Stance
- Reincarnation will be outside China
- Official's Role
- Deputy secretary of the Chinese Communist Party committee in Tibet
- Regarding faith
- Tibetan Buddhism
