Dalai Lama Says Trust Will Choose His Reincarnation Successor

The Dalai Lama has announced that a trust he established will be responsible for identifying his reincarnation after his death. Speaking from India, the Tibetan spiritual leader reaffirmed his belief in reincarnation and emphasized the process would follow Tibetan Buddhist traditions. He also warned against any political interference, particularly from China, in selecting his successor. The statement aims to ensure a smooth and legitimate transition of spiritual leadership amid rising tensions over Tibet’s religious and political future.