U.S. Lawmakers Meet with Dalai Lama in India

A group of U.S. lawmakers met with the Dalai Lama in India, likely angering China, as President Biden prepares to sign a bill pressuring Beijing to address Tibetan issues. The visit aims to resume negotiations and address Tibetan concerns about culture and autonomy.

Tibet's University Entrance Exam Policy

Tibet is attracting investors by allowing their children to take university entrance exams in exchange for a $400,000 investment, leading to a debate on social media about fairness to local students. The plan aims to take advantage of Tibet's easier college entry requirements.

Succession of the Dalai Lama

The 88-year-old spiritual leader, Tenzin Gyatso, is in good health and has hinted he could live until he is 113. The question of his successor is being discussed as Tibetans mark the 65th anniversary of the failed uprising against Chinese forces. China may name a successor, leading to potential tensions with exiled Tibetans in India. The Dalai Lama has considered non-traditional succession methods to avoid Chinese interference.