HONG KONG -- The 14th Dalai Lama has declared that his reincarnated successor will be born in the "free world," implying outside China, in a new book released days after Beijing officials lashed out at the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader at this year's National People's Congress (NPC).
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Dalai Lama says successor will be born in 'free world,' sparking China fury
Spiritual leader's new book comes as authorities accelerate 'Sinification of Tibetan Buddhism'
The Dalai Lama offers blessings to followers at his Himalayan residence in Dharamshala, India, on Dec. 20, 2024. © Reuters
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