Overview

• At Dharamshala’s Tsuglagkhang Temple he delivered a gratitude-centered discourse and refrained from mentioning the succession dispute with China.
• American actor Richard Gere hailed the Dalai Lama as a unique embodiment of selfless love, compassion and wisdom.
• During a tenshug ceremony on July 5 he said he expects to live another 30 to 40 years and credited Avalokiteshvara’s blessings for his vitality.
• A conclave of senior Buddhist leaders agreed on a tougher strategy toward Beijing over the recognition of the next Dalai Lama.
• In Washington, Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed US backing for Tibetans’ right to choose and venerate their religious leaders without interference.