China ‘altering’, needed to contact me ‘formally or unofficially’: Dalai Lama | World News

Tibetan religious chief Dalai Lama mentioned that he's open for talks with China over the issues of Tibetans. The Chinese language "formally or unofficially" needed to contact him, he mentioned whereas chatting with reporters in Dharamshala earlier than his go to to Delhi and Ladakh.

"I'm at all times open to speak. Now China additionally realises that the spirit of Tibetan folks could be very sturdy. So, with a purpose to cope with Tibetan issues they wish to contact me. I'm additionally prepared", he mentioned.

Requested whether or not he needs to renew talks with China, Dalai Lama mentioned, "We're not searching for independence, we have now determined since a few years that we stay the a part of Individuals's Republic of China...Now China is altering. The Chinese language, formally or unofficially wish to contact me".

"I used to be born in Tibet and I bear this identify Dalai Lama, however along with working for the reason for Tibet, I have been working for the welfare of all sentient beings. I've performed no matter I may with out shedding hope or permitting my willpower to flag," the Tibetan religious chief mentioned.

"I am offended with nobody, not even these Chinese language leaders who've adopted a harsh angle in direction of Tibet. Certainly, China has traditionally been a Buddhist nation as witnessed by the numerous temples and monasteries I noticed once I visited that land," he continued.

Dalai Lama mentioned information of Tibetan tradition and faith can profit the world at massive. “I consider there may be information inside Tibetan tradition and faith that may profit the world at massive. Nonetheless, I additionally respect all different spiritual traditions as a result of they encourage their followers to domesticate love and compassion,” he mentioned, including, "In keeping with indications in my very own desires and different predictions, I anticipate to dwell to be greater than 100 years outdated. I've served others till now and I am decided to proceed to take action. Please pray for my lengthy life on that foundation."

On July 6, Dalai Lama celebrated his 88th birthday and visited the Important Tibetan Temple courtyard in Dharamshala, near his residence.