U.S. Lawmakers Meet with Dalai Lama in India

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
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.

Key Points

  • Bipartisan U.S. lawmakers meet with Dalai Lama in India
  • Efforts to pressure Beijing to address Tibetan concerns
  • China opposes foreign officials' contact with Dalai Lama

Pros

  • Efforts to address Tibetan issues and promote cultural autonomy
  • Bipartisan support for pressuring Beijing to resume negotiations

Cons

  • Likely angering China and straining U.S.-China relations
  • Potential interference in China's internal affairs