The choice of a successor to the Dalai Lama, the spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhists, is a matter of deep interest not only for followers of his religion, but also China, India, and the United States, for strategic reasons.
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- The Dalai Lama's succession process is of global political and religious interest. 22s
- The Dalai Lama has stated his non-profit will have sole authority to recognize his successor. 1m 33s
- China claims the right to approve the Dalai Lama's successor, citing historical precedent. 1m 46s
- The United States opposes Chinese involvement and supports Tibetan human rights. 3m 16s
- The Dalai Lama's institute and senior lamas will oversee the reincarnation process, excluding China. 3m 39s