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New Delhi: The major reason behind the tension for Xi Jinping administration these days is not Taiwan or Tehran, but a potential announcement related to Tibet and the Dalai Lama. According to the reports, the announcement regarding the successor of the 14th Dalai Lama is keeping China’s ruling Communist Party on edge. On July 6, Dalai Lama will celebrate his 90th birthday, and there is speculation that he may make an announcement about his successor on that very day.

China is worried that the announcement may trigger separatist sentiments in the Tibet region. Owing to this fear, China’s top security official, Chen Wenqing, recently visited Qinghai province, which borders Tibet. Chen clearly stated that Qinghai is a strategic stronghold for the stability of both Tibet and Xinjiang, and that separatism must be defeated here at any cost.

It is important to note that in 1995, China appointed its own choice as the successor of the 10th Panchen Lama—a move never recognized by the Dalai Lama. Now, China has established Gyaincain Norbu as the 11th Panchen Lama, who is also a member of several Communist Party-affiliated forums.

Strict Surveillance on All Tibet-Related Activities

Chen Wenqing has asked all the local administrations, security agencies, and religious institutions to keep strict surveillance on all Tibet-related activities. He also directed the officials to make special preparations during sensitive occasions or significant dates to ensure there is no instability, and that religious affairs be strictly regulated under the law.

Why Is China Growing More Anxious?

The main reason behind China’s anxiety is Dalai Lama. The Chinese administration is fearful because Dalai Lama has already stated that his successor may be born outside of China, particularly in India. In his book published in March, he also wrote that his reincarnation will follow traditional Tibetan Buddhist practices, not procedures approved by the Chinese government. China has long labeled the Dalai Lama a separatist. China maintains that any religious succession or reincarnation will only be valid if it occurs with its approval and under its regulations.

Xi Jinping’s Meeting with the Panchen Lama

Recently, President Xi Jinping met with the Panchen Lama and emphasized the need to maintain love for both the nation and religion. Shortly after this, a meeting of Tibetan leaders was convened, in which they pledged to adopt Xi’s policies and directives. Amid all this, the potential announcement of the Dalai Lama’s successor on July 6 has become a major headache for China.

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