On a previous thread, Otto Kerner poses some excellent questions on Tibet. (Here is an earlier thread with a reader's questions about Tibet.) I give an attempt at addressing these questions below. I hope others will contribute their thoughts as well. … [Read more...] about Even more reader questions on Tibet
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Questions for the Dalai Lama
It has now been more than 2 months since the Lhasa riots, and weeks since the Beijing government met with the Dalai Lama's personal envoys in Shenzhen. The passions aroused by the protests associated with the Torch relay has cooled a little. Now, we can turn to deeper, less emotional consideration of the Dalai Lama and what he stands for. The Dalai Lama's recent trip to … [Read more...] about Questions for the Dalai Lama
"Shift from feudalism no easy leap"
Insightful editorial from the Sydney Morning Herald, discussing the issue of Tibet, China, and the Olympics. The recent demonstrations in support of Tibetan independence have been a carefully co-ordinated boutique public relations operation rather than an outbreak of mass demonstrations. Video records of demonstrations in Tibet show an ugly, racist side to the unrest as ethnic … [Read more...] about "Shift from feudalism no easy leap"
More on Tibet and Wang Lixiong – Another reader's questions
One of our readers, JL wrote this in an earlier thread: So Tibet is very similar to the European colonies. Researching this is my day job so I can provide you more references if you want. And I’m disappointed that you would deny it because you think “its dangerous” to do so. I thought you were interested objective reality? My point here is not that Tibet should be independent, … [Read more...] about More on Tibet and Wang Lixiong – Another reader's questions
Dalai Lama: "I can't wait to be a Chinese citizen"
The Dalai Lama speaks with the Times (UK) as he begins his European tour. Very interestingly, he describes what might be a revolutionary change in position as far as a return to China. In an unexpected shift of policy, he has four conditions which, if met, would permit him to return. I analyze and discuss these four conditions below. … [Read more...] about Dalai Lama: "I can't wait to be a Chinese citizen"