The Dalai Lama’s recent announcement that he would give up his ceremonial role as head of the Tibetan government-in-exile and retire next year in favor of a simpler life away from politics has sent a wave of concern through Tibetan exiles and supporters across the globe.
The 75-year-old head of Tibetan Buddhism, who his followers believe is the 14th in a…
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