Dalai Lama to Reveal Succession Plan Amid China's Interest

The Dalai Lama will address a major three-day gathering of Buddhist religious figures this week ahead of his 90th birthday. His followers are eagerly waiting for details about his succession, which could upset China. Beijing considers the Dalai Lama a separatist and claims the right to choose his successor. However, the Dalai Lama has stated that his successor will be born outside China, urging his followers to reject any candidate chosen by Beijing.

Tibetan Buddhists believe that enlightened monks are reborn to continue their spiritual legacy. Turning 90 on Sunday, the 14th Dalai Lama plans to consult senior monks to provide clues on where his successor, whether a boy or a girl, might be found after his passing. During a recent gathering with his followers, he expressed his commitment to dedicating the rest of his life for the benefit of others.

While living in exile near Dharamshala, India, the Dalai Lama has hinted at the possibility of reincarnating in India. He was recognized as the reincarnation of his predecessor at the age of two. The deputy speaker of the Tibetan parliament-in-exile emphasized the importance of the Dalai Lama addressing the succession issue directly, as China aims to control the reincarnation process for political reasons.

According to the source: CNA.