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Straits Times
4 days ago
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Chinese government has 'final say' in Dalai Lama reincarnation, Tibetan official says
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox FILE PHOTO: Tibetan spiritual leader, the 14th Dalai Lama, is served food on his 90th birthday celebration at the Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama Temple complex, in the northern town of Dharamshala, India, July 6, 2025. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo BEIJING - The discovery of the next Dalai Lama will be carried out by the Chinese government, and not under the current Dalai Lama's directions, a Chinese Communist Party committee official for Tibet said on Tuesday. China considers the Nobel laureate Dalai Lama a separatist and wants to bring Tibetan Buddhism under its control, but the Dalai Lama and his huge following have been obstacles to that ambition. At his 90th birthday celebration last month, he assured followers that he would be reincarnated, and a non-profit institution he has set up will have the sole authority to identify his reincarnation. But Gama Cedain, the deputy secretary of the Chinese Communist Party committee in Tibet, said the Dalai Lama's reincarnation would be found using a domestic search and approval by the central government. "The central government has the indisputable final say in the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama," he told reporters at a press conference about the socioeconomic development in Tibet. He said that was the creed devotees adhered to, and the government's process follows the strict religious rituals and historical customs of the reincarnation of living Buddhas. "The reincarnation has never been decided by the Dalai Lama himself," he said. The current Dalai Lama, 14th in the line of spiritual leaders for Tibetan Buddhism, has said his reincarnation will be born outside China and ruled out Beijing's role in choosing his successor. China installed a Tibetan Buddhist monk picked by Beijing as the faith's No. 2 leader, the Panchen Lama, three decades ago after a six-year-old chosen by the Dalai Lama for the position disappeared in 1995. REUTERS
The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
India's Bharti Airtel launches cloud services for telecom operators
FILE PHOTO: A man walks across a board showing the logo of Airtel at the ongoing India Mobile Congress 2022, at Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi, India, October 3, 2022. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo
Straits Times
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
China says Dalai Lama succession issue a 'thorn' in relations with India
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox FILE PHOTO: Tibetan spiritual leader, the 14th Dalai Lama, is served food on his 90th birthday celebration at the Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama Temple complex, in the northern town of Dharamshala, India, July 6, 2025. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo NEW DELHI - The succession of Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, is a thorn in China-India relations, the Chinese embassy in New Delhi said on July 13, as India's foreign minister prepares to visit China for the first time since deadly border clashes in 2020. Ahead of celebrations in July for his 90th birthday that were attended by senior Indian ministers, the head of Tibetan Buddhists riled China again by saying it had no role in his succession. Tibetans believe the soul of any senior Buddhist monk is reincarnated after his death, but China says the Dalai Lama's succession will also have to be approved by its leaders. The Dalai Lama has been living in exile in India since 1959 following a failed uprising against Chinese rule in Tibet, and Indian foreign relations experts say his presence gives New Delhi leverage against China. India is also home to about 70,000 Tibetans and a Tibetan government-in-exile. Ms Yu Jing, a Chinese embassy spokesperson, said on social media app X that some people from strategic and academic communities in India had made 'improper remarks' on the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama. She did not name anyone but in recent days, Indian strategic affairs analysts and a government minister backed the Dalai Lama's remarks on his succession. 'As professionals in foreign affairs, they should be fully cognizant of the sensitivity of issues related to Xizang,' Ms Yu said, using the Chinese name for Tibet. 'The reincarnation and succession of the Dalai Lama is inherently an internal affair of China,' she said. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Govt will continue to support families, including growing group of seniors: PM Wong at PCF Family Day Singapore From Normal stream to Parliament: 3 Singapore politicians share their journeys Business 29 Jollibean workers get help from MOM, other agencies, over unpaid salaries Singapore Segregated recycling bins found to lower contamination rate as more spring up Asia Mahathir resting in hospital after feeling fatigued during birthday gathering Singapore Government looking at enhancing laws around vaping to tackle issue of drug-laced vapes in Singapore Singapore Why the vape scourge in Singapore concerns everyone Singapore I lost my daughter to Kpod addiction: Father of 19-year-old shares heartbreak and lessons '(The) Xizang-related issue is a thorn in China-India relations and has become a burden for India. Playing the 'Xizang card' will definitely end up shooting oneself in the foot.' Indian Parliamentary and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, who sat next to the Dalai Lama during the birthday festivities a week ago, has said that as a practising Buddhist, he believes only the spiritual guru and his office have the authority to decide on his reincarnation. India's foreign ministry said on July 4, two days before the Dalai Lama's birthday, that New Delhi does not take any position or speak on matters concerning beliefs and practices of faith and religion. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will be attending a regional security meeting under the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Tianjin in northern China on July 15 and hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines. This will be one of the highest-level visits between India and China since their relations nosedived after a deadly border clash in 2020 that killed at least 20 Indian and four Chinese soldiers. Late in June, India's defence minister held talks with his Chinese counterpart in China on the sidelines of a defence ministers' meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. REUTERS
Nikkei Asia
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Nikkei Asia
Through the Lens: Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama turns 90
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama turned 90 on July 6, after a week of celebrations by followers during which he angered China again and spoke of his hope to live beyond age 130 and reincarnate after dying. A man walks by a banner on July 2 announcing celebrations for the 90th birthday of Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) The Dalai Lama speaks via video link at the inaugural session of the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference at the Dalai Lama Library and Archive near Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 2. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) Tibetan monks pray during the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference at the Dalai Lama Library and Archive near Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 2. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) A devotee holds prayer beads while praying at the Dalai Lama's Temple complex in Dharamshala, India, on July 5. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) Tibetan nuns pray as they walk clockwise around Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex in Dharamshala, India, on July 4. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) A view of of Dharamshala, India, on July 1. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) Tibetan men and women take part in the Lhakar Gorshey, a Tibetan circle dance performed on Wednesdays, considered a day of cultural significance, near Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex in Dharamshala, India, on July 2. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) Children and devotees wait for the arrival of the Dalai Lama during a meeting held to pray for for his long life at the Dalai Lama's Temple complex in Dharamshala, India, on July 5. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) A monk talks to a police officer at Tsuglagkhang, the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, on July 5, in Dharamsala, India. The Dalai Lama celebrated his 90th birthday this month. The occasion was marked by festivities and special prayer ceremonies in Dharamshala and in Tibetan communities worldwide. The Dalai Lama is revered among the Tibetan diaspora as a spiritual leader and advocate for peace. His 90th birthday also serves as a moment for reflection on the future of Tibetan culture and the preservation of the ethnic group's unique identity. (Photo by) A photo of the Dalai Lama is displayed near Tsuglagkhang, also known as Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 1. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) A participant holds the medal she received on the 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, at the Tsuglakhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 6. (Photo by Reuters) Monks donate food for a meeting to pray for the long life of the Dalai Lama at Tsuglagkhang, the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, on July 5, in Dharamsala, India. (Photo by) A Tibetan monk prays as he walks clockwise around Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 4. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) A child holds up a placard depicting the Dalai Lama on his 90th birthday at Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 6. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) A devotee looks at a layer cake at an event held to celebrate the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India, on July 6. (Photo by Ashwini Bhatia/AP) American actor Richard Gere kisses the hand of Dalai Lama during his 90th birthday celebration at Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 6. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) Devotees kneel as the Dalai Lama, leaves following his 90th birthday celebration at Tsuglagkhang, also known as the Dalai Lama's Temple complex, in Dharamshala, India, on July 6. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) People stand in front of the German Foreign Ministry in Berlin holding signs reading, "Tibet is not a Part of China," and a picture of the Dalai Lama. Members of several human rights groups protested in front of the ministry, where German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul met with his Chinese counterpart, Minister Yi. on July 3. (Photo by: Katharina Kausche/AP) A Tibetan devotee sits inside the Dalai Lama's Temple complex in Dharamshala, India, on July 5. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson reiterated on July 2 that the government had to approve the identity of the Dalai Lama's successor, and that the designation had to take place in China. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters) The Dalai Lama attends a prayer meeting held for his long life at the Dalai Lama's Temple complex in Dharamshala, India, on July 5. (Photo by Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters)
The Star
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Exclusive-Ambani's Reliance Jio delays India IPO, 2025 listing not on cards, sources say
FILE PHOTO: A man walks across the LED board showing the logo of Jio at the India Mobile Congress 2022, at Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi, India, October 3, 2022. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo NEW DELHI/SYDNEY (Reuters) -Indian telecom and digital giant Reliance Jio Platforms, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has decided not to launch its IPO this year as planned, delaying one of the country's most anticipated stock offerings, two people familiar with the matter said. Valued by analysts at over $100 billion, Jio wants to achieve higher revenues and a bigger subscriber base for its telecom business, and expand its other digital offerings, so that its valuation can increase further before an IPO, said the first source in describing the rationale for the delay. Nearly 80% of Jio Platforms' latest annual revenue of $17.6 billion came from its telecom business -- Reliance Jio Infocomm, India's biggest player. But Ambani is also fast-expanding his other niche digital businesses focused on developing apps, connected devices and AI solutions for enterprises. Reliance Jio is also set to lock horns with Elon Musk, who is expected to launch Starlink internet service in India in coming months. Jio, which counts Google and Meta among investors, has also partnered with Nvidia to develop AI infrastructure. In 2019, Ambani said Jio will "move towards" a listing within five years. And last year, Reuters reported Reliance was targeting a 2025 Mumbai listing for Jio Platforms, aiming for it to be India's biggest ever IPO. "Jio (IPO) is not going to happen this year, it's just not possible. The company wants the business to be more mature," said the first source. Both the sources, who declined to be identified as the strategy is confidential, said Reliance had appointed no bankers so far to discuss a potential stock market offering. Reliance did not respond to Reuters queries. The telecom business, Jio Infocomm, had struggled as tariff hikes led to some churn in its subscriber base but has returned to a growth path this year. It has more than 488 million subscribers. Indian brokerage IIFL Capital said in April it was cutting Jio's core profit estimate for 2025-26 by 3% due to "higher costs and lower flow-through from the next tariff hike assumed in late 2025". It also cut its valuation estimate from $117 billion to $111 billion, though Jefferies values it at $136 billion. The first source declined to share the valuation that Jio had been targeting in the IPO, but said it was already "easily above $100 billion". India's IPO market had its best-ever year in 2024, with $20.5 billion raised, second only to the U.S. Amid trade wars and Middle East tensions, market sentiment turned jittery, but is recovering. India is the world's No. 2 IPO market with $5.86 billion raised by June this year, accounting for the 12% of total proceeds globally, LSEG data shows. Reuters has previously reported the Reliance Retail IPO was being delayed as the company wants to address operational challenges, including less than ideal earnings per square feet of space for the retailer, which runs India's biggest grocery store network of 3,000 supermarkets. The Reliance Retail IPO was unlikely before 2027 or 2028, the person added, without elaborating on the reasons. In recent years, Ambani, Asia's richest man, raised $25 billion collectively for digital, telecom and retail businesses from the likes of KKR, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, General Atlantic and Silver Lake. "The investors are not upset (about IPO delays). They know the money is sitting in front of them," said the first source. (Reporting by Aditya Kalra and Scott Murdoch; Additional reporting by Chandini Monnappa; Editing by Kim Coghill)
