US Lawmakers' Meeting with Dalai Lama Sparks Diplomatic Tensions with China
Bipartisan delegation's visit to Dharamshala underscores US support for Tibetan autonomy, drawing sharp rebuke from Beijing.
- Nancy Pelosi and Michael McCaul lead a bipartisan group to meet the Dalai Lama in India.
- The visit coincides with the passage of the Resolve Tibet Act, pushing for renewed dialogue between China and Tibetan leaders.
- China condemns the visit, labeling the Dalai Lama a separatist and accusing the US of interference.
- US delegation emphasizes the importance of Tibetan self-determination and cultural preservation.
- President Biden is expected to sign the new legislation soon, further straining US-China relations.