US: Antony Blinken praised the Dalai Lama, said- his kindness and humility are an inspiration to many people around the world
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday wished the India-based Tibetan spiritual leader on his 88th birthday, saying the Dalai Lama’s kindness and humility are an inspiration to many around the world. Blinken also said that the US remains steadfast in its commitment to support the linguistic, cultural and religious identity of Tibetans, including their ability to freely choose and respect their religious leaders without interference.
I extend my heartiest greetings to His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the occasion of his 88th birthday. It is an auspicious day for the Tibetan community. “The Dalai Lama’s kindness and humility serve as an inspiration to many around the world, and I deeply admire his continued commitment to peace and nonviolence,” Blinken said in a statement.
In 1959, the 14th Dalai Lama came to India after the Chinese crackdown on the rebellion of the local population in Tibet. India granted him political asylum and the Tibetan government-in-exile has since been based in Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh.
Today, we can reflect on his messages of compassion and tolerance as we reaffirm our commitment to upholding the human rights of all people, including the Tibetan community, the top US diplomat said in a statement.
China has in the past accused the Dalai Lama of engaging in “separatist” activities and trying to split Tibet, and considers him a divisive figure. However, the Tibetan spiritual leader has insisted that he is not seeking independence but “genuine autonomy” for all Tibetans.
