'The issue of Dalai Lama's succession is a thorn in relations with India', China gave a sharp statement before Jaishankar's visit

The Chinese Embassy in New Delhi has said that the issue of the Dalai Lama's succession is a thorn in India-China relations, and it is an internal matter of China. This comment has come before the visit of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to China. India has maintained a neutral stance on matters of religion and faith. Jaishankar is going to China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting.

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