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His Holiness the Dalai Lama Sends Birthday Greetings to Archbishop Tutu

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By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Tokyo, Japan: Tibetans and Japanese gathered in large numbers today at Joenji, a Japanese Buddhist Temple in Shinjuku, Tokyo, to remember and offer prayers for the two Tibetans who self-immolated on October 7 in Ngaba county, western China.

Many in the pro-Tibetan community regard Choepel, 19, and Khayang, 18, as martyrs who sacrificed their lives for freedom and justice in Tibet. The event was organised by the liaison office Continues on Page 8...

Tibetan Abbot Joins Interfaith Forum

From right- Abbot Thupten Legmen, Tibet Institute Rikon; Ms. Clare Amos, Dr. Charles Graves, moderator; H.E. Mukhtar B. Tileuberdi, Ambassador of Kazakhstan and Mr. Biro DIAWARA, organiser photo:Tibet.net

GENEVA: - On October 3, the organisation International Interfaith held an inter-cultural and inter-religious forum in Geneva, to mark the International Day of Non-Violence and the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.

The panelists were Abbot Geshe Thupten Legmen, of the Tibet Institute Rikon, Ambassador Mukhtar B Tileuberdi, permanent representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Nations, See on Page 4...

Dharamshala: - His Holiness the Dalai Lama yesterday sent warm greetings to fellow Nobel Laureate, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, on the occasion of his 80th birthday. Below is the text of a video message posted on his website: "Since you retired, on few occasions when Nobel laureates gathered, I always feel some wonderful person is missing. I was very, very eager and looking forward to see you personally...I just waited till day before yesterday, but then there was a clear sign.

"My representative in New Delhi approached the Africa mission there, but till even last day there was no answer. So then I felt this is a clear sign that your government feels very inconvenient.

Therefore, I cancelled my visit.

"I am very sad and was very much hoping this time to see Nelson Mandela, who is now very old.

So now I doubt whether I can have another occasion to meet him.

"You, Mr Tutu, my brother, although 80, because of your spirit and firm moral principle, always carry the message of love, compassion, peace, and nonviolence. So you are truly a man of god. So I am hoping for another opportunity to meet you.

"On this special and significant occasion of your 80th birthday, with this scarf and my folded hands, I want to express my greetings on your happy birthday.

"Unfortunately it is quite rare on this planet to

His Holiness the Dalai Lama sends birthday greetings to Archbishop Desmond Tutu. 7th October 2011.

Photo: TPI

have people like you who carry hope. I usually describe our generation as the generation of the 20th century. Our century is now already gone and we are almost ready to say bye-bye. People like you can be of certain impact on this new 21st century, which I am always telling and hoping that this should be the century of peace, dialogue, compassion and a more humane way.

"So you are one of the important person who really showing proper and right way from your own previous experiences. Please take care of your health and I will pray for your long and healthy life, and may you can continuously carry on your affectionate activities."

13 Tibetans Arrested In New Delhi

China accuses Dalai Lama supporters of inciting self-immolation 13 Tibetan students who were staging a protest in front of the Chinese Embassy in Chanakyapuri area on Sunday. Photo: zeenews

Day of Solidarity marked for October 19

October 09, 2011 14:01 IST: Thirteen Tibetans were arrested on Sunday for picketing before the Chinese embassy in New Delhi, India, sources said.

According to police, seven women and six men See on Page 8...

Protest in Serta in Eastern Tibet

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamshala, India: In a joint statement today, the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile and the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) announced that October 19 will be set aside to "highlight the deepening crises in Tibet." Fasting and day-long prayers will be carried out by the CTA, exiled Tibetans and monasteries around Dharamshala, where H.H. the Dalai Lama lives in exile, as a gesture of solidarity with Tibetans living in Tibet.

It comes as tensions escalate in Ngaba county, western China, where 2 former monks set themselves on fire last Friday. Since March there have been seven self-immolations in Chinese occupied Tibet.

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Dr Lobsang Sangay (left), Kalontripa of Central Tibetan Administration and Mr Penpa Tsering (right), Speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile. Photo: TPI

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamshala: China lashed out at the Dalai Lama's supporters on Tuesday for "inciting" the recent series of self-immolations among Tibetans in western China. Seven young men have set themselves on fire since March to protest Chinese religious control and repressive government policies. China restricts the practice of Tibetan Buddhism and labels their exiled spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, a violent separatist.

The accusations from China come after the United

State's expressed concern over the immolations occurring in Tibet. U.S. State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland on Tuesday implored the Chinese government "to respect the rights of all Chinese citizens who peacefully express their desire for internationally recognized freedom." Nuland also called on China to address government policy in Tibet in areas that have created tensions.

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A Tibetan national flag and a large protrait of His Holiness the Dalai Lama displaying at the top a four story building in the Serta town of eastern Tibet, on 1st October 2011. Photo: Woeser's Blog

By YC. Dhardhowa, The Tibet Post

Dharamshala: - A Peaceful protest occurred in Sertha county, eastern Tibet on Saturday, 1st of October. During the weekend, a large Tibetan flag and a photograph of His Holiness the Dalai Lama were raised onto a four story building in the town, Continues on Page 6....

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Why China Must Rise to Challenge Has the Dragon Swallowed South Africa Yet? of Tibetan Democracy

By Chin Jin, Federation for a Democratic China

Chin Jin of the Federation for a Democratic China introduces His Holiness, Photo: Rusty Williams

Sydney: - His Holiness the Dalai Lama decided in March this year to step down as the political leader of Tibet and focus on religious affairs, thus bringing to an end four centuries of governmental tradition.

The Chinese government has to date held nine rounds of talks with the representatives of His Holiness, without any meaningful breakthrough. It is now waiting silently for the passing of His Holiness, after which it will attempt to reintroduce the Golden Urn method of the Manchurian (Qing) Dynasty, to nominate the next Dalai Lama in a manner similar to the archaic nomination of his tenth reincarnation.

This, China believes, will solve the Tibetan issue once and for all.

His Holiness' decision of March will certainly disrupt the Chinese government's political strategy, forcing it to amend its policy of rejecting any contact with the Tibetan government-in-exile.

Publicly, the Chinese government says there is no Tibetan issue - only the Dalai Lama issue. Thus, negotiations between the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the Dalai Lama have always been held between the private envoys of each party. Now that His Holiness has renounced political authority, China has no necessity to negotiate with him and, if it stays true to previous policy, will not negotiate with Dr Lobsang Sangay, the newly elected Kalon Tripa (leader) of the Tibetan governmentin-exile.

The CCP has been dominant in previous negotiations with His Holiness and it has used force in its treatment of Tibetans in Tibet. His Holiness has said on several occasions that he still has confidence in the Chinese people but that he has lost his trust in the CCP government.

After 50 years of His Holiness living in exile, Tibet still faces the same abysmal situation. Nothing has changed.

His Holiness' statement in March aimed to break the deadlock and promote change. It will trigger more changes, forcing China to review and change its obstinate stance.

Is it really true that there is no Tibetan issue other than the Dalai Lama issue?

Obviously, this claim is self-deception

on China's part. If the Tibetan issue remains unaddressed, the international community will increase its focus on it. The CCP will continue to face internal disagreements regarding international diplomacy and its political muscle will be weakened.

The political game will then reverse.

Incumbent Tibetan political leadersin-exile will have unprecedented powers and responsibilities, and their initiation of political change will come in only a matter of time. It won't be long before the CCP returns to the table with those Tibetan leaders, even if their negotiations are phony and fruitless. Tibetan exile communities now have an established, progressive democratic system, which will set the trend for future change in Tibet and China.

His Holiness has revealed that he will live for another 37 years in this incarnation. Anyone who knows anything about Buddhism knows the life and death of an enlightened monk is not decided by natural ageing or illness but, failing external accident or misfortune, by the monk himself, as long as the world still needs him.

Obviously, His Holiness is competing for time with the CCP. Is it possible the CCP will win?

His Holiness' declaration of September 24 regarding his future reincarnation was another major revelation, which triggered more speculation about the Tibetan issue in the international community, and will doubtlessly have a profound effect on Tibetan culture, Tibetan Buddhism and the future of SinoTibetan relations.

His Holiness is an enlightened being in this world, with unequalled wisdom.

Since he has indicated clearly how much time will pass before his demise, he will naturally be aware of the Chinese government's potential for political conspiracy. It is fairly unusual for His Holiness to make public declarations twice during a sixmonth period regarding his political status and reincarnation.

The September 24 statement was firm and strong. It provided a profound insight into changes to come. It was a horn heralding the march of the Bodhisattvas, who may have to resort to force to rescue sentient beings from another, intractable force.

In his statement, His Holiness refuted the Golden Urn method as a valid selection method. The writer of this article had not previously realised it was the product of Manchurian hegemony, rather than a Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Hence, any attempt by the Chinese Central Government to appoint the next Dalai Lama will be historically groundless and illegitimate.

His Holiness expressly stated that, "Reincarnation consists of the reincarnator's own karma and goodwill, as well as his/her personal fate. This process is free from the oppression of external forces."

The message is clear to the world: Tibetans and international Tibetan Buddhist organizations shall neither admit nor accept the next reincarnation of the Dalai Lama without the word and sanction of the incumbent incarnation.

His Holiness' two statements this year have further confused the CCP's proposed strategies regarding his reincarnation - shattering its dreams to disrupt and destroy the authentic future Tibetan leadership and impose a planted puppet leader, as they attempted to do with their appointment of a fake Panchen Lama.

Change in China over the next eight years looks set to be beyond comprehension, and various sources have suggested the current Chinese political system will not be able to withstand the challenges of the future.

For the CCP, the only way to eliminate the Tibetan issue is to exterminate Tibetan culture and Tibetan Buddhism, and assimilate Tibetans in terms of culture and identity. It seems the CCP believes that any other path will leave China at large haunted by the Tibetan issue.

Of course, Tibetans have believed in Buddhism for over a thousand years.

There is no distinction between believers and non-believers. All have a devout faith intrinsic to being Tibetan, with the only differentiation being between laypersons and monks and nuns. If such a rich and ancient culture should vanish, it would be the most horrific, tragic loss to the rich diversity of global humanity.

There is an old song called Ode to the Republic of China, which was sung

by Deng Lijun. It includes the lyric: "As long as the water of the Yangtze and the Yellow River flows on and on, The Republic of China, the Republic of China, will endure aeons long.' How solemn and moving this song is! It was composed during the leadership of Chiang Ching-kuo - a man who insisted the Republic of China would endure. The incumbent Ma Ying-jeou government lacks the spirit to build an enduring China, with security, stability, ethics, wisdom, respect and sustainability.

Was His Holiness' September 24 statement the expression of a strong and far-sighted spirit, looking to sustain the future of the Tibetan people and give them the confidence to continue with their fearless mission to retain their culture and religion? Or did it depict a humble but invincible force?

I felt it did both.

South African President Jacob Zuma. Photo: REUTERS

By Tashi Wangyal

Montreal:- The majority of pro-Tibetan politicians in South Africa are either in the opposition party or have some other vested interest.

Elsewhere, many world leaders use the Dalai Lama's limelight or the Tibet issue to show off their own ethical values.

In reality, when politicians actually come into power, none of them seem to honor their promises, aside from issuing a few statements - perhaps in attempt to appease their own consciences.

The decision to ban the Dalai Lama from visiting South Africa for the second time in three years is a huge political misstep and an insult to the basic democratic values for which South Africans have stood.

It is appalling to think how this historic nation can commit such injustice. South Africa suffered under British colonial rule for the longest time, then under Apartheid - a system of legalized racial segregation, with white minority rule, from 1948 to1994.

South Africa's current president, Jacob Zuma, spent ten years on Robben Island with former president Nelson Mandela and other notable African National Congress activists. He does not need to be reminded how it feels to be penned, thrown into exile, humiliated and treated as a second-class citizen.

Less than 20 years ago, South Africans were battling oppression, inequality and

lack of political freedom. Yet Johannesburg appears to have forgotten those experiences too quickly.

It is mind-boggling to find South Africa stooping so low and surrendering her fundamental values and ethical principles to some economic interest. A nation that successfully overcame inequality, repression and racial segregation has now failed to uphold the pride and dignity earned by the heroic sacrifices of Nelson Mandela and other activists, including President Zuma.

I am sure the department of home affairs will justify the denial of a visa to the Dalai Lama on the same ground they did in 2009: 'polictical implications'. But that excuse is no longer valid, as the Dalai Lama has recently devolved all his political power to the democratically elected Kalon Tripa (leader) Dr Lobsang Sangay.

Last year, China overtook the US as South Africa's largest export destination. With growing trade ties between Beijing and Johannesburg, it wouldn't surprise me if President Zuma is slowly misleading South Africa into becoming a communist state.

I urge all the South Africans and the international community to be mindful of President Zuma's future political decisions and his diplomatic ties with China.

China accuses Dalai Lama supporters of inciting self-immolation ... ..... Continues From Front Page China attempted to shift the blame, stating that "after the incidents the Dalai Lama clique did not condemn this extreme behaviour, and actually openly embellished and played it up, and even asked all kinds of people to follow the example," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Weimin told reporters.

"We believe adopting such means that harm monks to pursue separatist aims is masked violent terrorist behavior that violates moral norms and Buddhist doctrine, including Tibetan Buddhist teachings," Liu said.

The Chinese governments' accusation appear unsubstantiated. The Dalai Lama routinely condemns violence and advocates for a peaceful resolution to the Tibet conflict.

In a joint press conference today in Dharamshala, the Tibetan Parliamentin-Exile and the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) expressed their solidarity with those that have lost their

lives "and with all other Tibetans who are incarcerated for their courage to speak up for the rights of the Tibetan people."

CTA Kalon Tripa (Prime Minister), Dr. Lobsang Sangay, appealed to the United Nations, freedom-loving countries and people around the world to express their support and solidarity with the Tibetan people. "Given the undeclared martial law in Tibet and the increasing cases of self-immolation, the international community must press the government of the People's Republic of China to restore freedom and resolve the issue of Tibet" he urged.

On 7 October the most recent selfimmolation occurred when two former monks set themselves alight in Ngaba county in western China. A day of fasting and prayers will be held by exiled Tibetan communities on October 19 as a gesture of solidarity with Tibetans living in Tibet.

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His Holiness the Dalai Lama Begins 4-Day Teachings for Taiwanese

Taiwanese devotees listening to teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at the main Tibetan temple in Dharamshala, India, 01 October 2011. Photo: TPI

By YC. Dhardhowa, The Tibet Post

Dharamshala: The spiritual leader of Tibet, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama commenced four days of Buddhist teachings at the main Tibetan temple in the Himalayan mountainside town of McLeod Ganj, Dharamshala, north India, on Saturday (October 1), at the request of devotees from Taiwan.

This morning, at 9.30am, a group of men and women from Taiwan played and recited a prayer song for His Holiness at the main temple. His Holiness was touched by the warm wishes from the Taiwanese devotees before starting the teachings.

More than 5,500 followers were in attendance, including over 900 Taiwanese, 1200 foreigners from 52

countries, over 1,100 Buddhist monks and nuns, over 2,200 lay Tibetans and some devotees from mainland China and Hong Kong.

"Buddhists from Burma, Sri-Lanka and Thailand mainly followed Pali tradition of Buddhism and Sanskrit tradition of Buddhism spread into China, Taiwan, Korea and Japan. So, Pali students of Lord Buddha are the seniors," said His Holiness in his introductory teaching.

"As far as Sanskrit tradition of Buddhism is concerned, it flourished in China long before Tibet. So, Chinese are the senior students of Buddhism while Tibetans are the junior students, as it mentioned in the Vinaya (Tib: Dulwa). Therefore, as a younger

His Holiness’ US Representative: UN Must Speak Out on Tibet

Kasur Lobsang Nyandak Zayul, Representative of His Holiness the Dalai Lama for the Americas. Photo: contactmusic.com

By Matthew Singh-Toor, The Tibetpost

Dharamsala: - On September 5, His Holiness the Dalai Lama's representative in the United States, Lobsang Nyandak, made a written request to United Nations (UN) general secretary, Mr Ban Ki Moon, that the UN and all its member states address the current situation in Tibet.

The request was made on behalf of His Holiness and the Central Tibetan Administration in India.

Nyandak wrote at length about the recent demonstrations and selfimmolations by monks from Kirti monastery in Ngaba county, eastern Tibet, and the Chinese authorities' draconian response. He also said that

China should be continuously reminded that the rest of the world is aware of the situation and feelings of Tibetans inside Tibet.

Nyandak included eyewitness accounts of atrocities carried out by the Chinese authorities in Tibet and made three requests: - That the UN issues a statement on the current situation in Tibet; - That the UN demand the immediate release of all the surviving monks who have been imprisoned following their self-immolations; - That the harsh security measures imposed by China on Kirti monastery, Ngaba county and across Tibet be

student, I came with respect towards my elders," said Tibetan spiritual leader.

His Holiness asked the devotees from Taiwan, "How many of you do not receive my teaching before? Most of the people in the group raised their hands. His Holiness expressed his heartfelt concern about the importance of basic introduction to Buddhism for the new arrivals: "I feel that a brief introduction is extremely important for those attend this teaching for the first time."

The teachings will cover on Nagarjuna's In Praise of Dhammadhatu (choying toepa) and will be translated into Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean and English.

An increasing number of Taiwanese Buddhists have traveled to Dharamshala in recent years. In 2009, over 1000 Taiwanese sought teachings and blessings from His Holiness, rising to over 1300 in October 2010. That same year, His Holiness led ordination vows in Dharamshala, with 46 Taiwanese, 16 Tibetans and one Korean taking part.

The current teachings run until October 4, with two sessions each day from 09:30-11:30 and 13:00-15:00 Indian Standard Time, and a live webcast at. www.thetibetpost.com His Holiness will give three-day teachings (October 23 to 25) from sections on serenity (shiney) and insight (lhaktong) from Je Tsongkhapa's The Great Treatise on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment (lamrim chenmo) at the request of a group of devotees from Korea.

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H.H the Dalai Lama congratulates the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize recipients

His Holiness the Dalai Lama addresses the audience during celebrations in honor of his 76th birthda in Washington DC on July 6, 2011 photo/ Tenzin Choejor/ Dalailama.com By www.dalailama.com

Dharamsala, HP, India, 8 October 2011 - In letters sent to H.E. Ellen Johnson Sirlef, Ms. Leymah Gbowee and Ms. Tawakul Karman, His Holiness the Dalai Lama congratulated the three recipients for being jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 2011.

His Holiness wrote that in this age in which education and the capacities of the mind, not physical strength, define leadership, the time has come for women to take a more active role in all domains of human society. His Holiness feels this will create a more equitable and compassionate world.

His Holiness went on to say that in the 21st century, we have an obligation to promote a new vision of society, one in

which war has no place in resolving disputes among states, communities or individuals, but in which non-violence is the pre-eminent value in all human relations. He stressed that to achieve this, the role of women is crucially important.

His Holiness also wrote that he is convinced that even if only a few individuals work to create peace and act responsibly and kind-heartedly towards others, they will have a positive influence in their community. His Holiness said that the achievements of the Nobel Prize winners are evidence of this. They serve as an inspiration to others that, as well as being equally capable, women have an equal responsibility to take the lead.

Archbishop Tutu Furious Over Dalai Lama Visa Debacle Dharamsala: - Archbishop Desmond Tutu's office yesterday made a lastditch appeal for South Africa to grant His Holiness the Dalai Lama a visa to attend his 80th birthday celebrations on Friday. Delays with the visa have forced His Holiness to cancel his trip, which would also have included a lecture this weekend.

Deputy President Motlanthe told newspapers yesterday, "I don't see why it should be an issue at all," to which Archbishop Tutu's Peace Centre responded, "Could you please announce unequivocally to the nation that a visa will be granted to His Holiness and he is free to travel to South Africa immediately.

"We feel a grave injustice has been done in the manner in which this matter has been handled, and tremendous disrespect has been ended.

The message was distributed to Tibetan communities across the world, via representatives of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, with the suggestion that all Tibetans living in exile contact their local and national governments and request they address the Tibet situation, and give their signed support to the Tibetan cause.

Nyandak also urged Tibetans to organize internationally and stage peaceful demonstrations.

His Holiness The Dalai Lama and Bishop Desmond Tutu. Photo: File

By Matthew Singh-Toor, The Tibetpost

shown to two of the world's greatest spiritual leaders of our times."

Archbishop Tutu commented that President Jacob Zuma's administration was "worse than the Apartheid government," and in an interview with AFP said it was caving in to China.

"The deputy president says 'This thing was in the pipeline.' In the pipeline? It's not weeks before [His Holiness] should have left - it's hours.

And why have [they] kept it all so much in abeyance and making everybody uncertain? Why?" Tutu said.

The South African government has denied any influence from China over the visa issue, and accused His Holiness of being late in handing in his application. His Holiness' spokesman, Tenzin Taklha, said his office began the application process in June and that, by Tuesday, the South African embassy in India had stopped returning their calls.

Around 500 people marched through the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg yesterday, where His Holiness would have spoken next week, in protest at the visa situation.

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British MPs will Lobby for San Francisco Tibetans to Protest afChange and Opportunities ter Latest Self-immolations for Tibetans

By Matthew Singh-Toor, The Tibetpost

From left to right: Philipa Carrick, Chief Executive Officer Tibet Society, Nic Dakin MP, Cathy Jamieson MP, Fabian Hamilton MP, Penpa Tsering, Speaker of Tibetan Parliament, James Gray MP, Simon Hughes MP and Fredrick Hyde-Chambers, Chairman Tibet Society at the press conference at Gangchen Kyishong, in Dharamsala, on 7 October 2011. Photo: TPI

By Matthew Singh-Toor, The Tibetpost

Dharamsala: - A delegation of seven British supporters of Tibet, including five members of parliament (MPs), began a five-day exchange visit to the Tibetan Parliament-in-exile in Dharamsala, north India, on October 3.

Addressing a press conference today, they praised the exiled Tibetan community's commitment to keeping their identity and struggle alive, and reasserted their support of Tibetans' rights to self-determination and genuine autonomy.

Mr Fabian Hamilton, chair of All-Party Parliamentary Group for Tibet, spoke about the issues the delegates discussed with His Holiness the Dalai Lama when they met him on Tuesday.

"The first important issue was the prospects for scholarships for Tibetans from within Tibet to go to British universities," he said. "We want to encourage the British universities to take Tibetan students from Tibet itself, which we think would hugely benefit the Tibetans.

"The other thing is the prospect of getting through to the Chinese people about the real story of Tibet, and the truth behind what has happened there over the last 50 to 60 years...What impressed us was His Holiness the Dalai Lama's optimism in getting through to the Chinese people - to go behind and underneath the propaganda that is perpetrated by the Chinese government."

Speaking on the preservation of Tibetan culture in Dharamsala, Mr Hamilton said: "We were really impressed by the beauty, the wonderful music, the costumes, and best of all by the incredible professionalism and excellence of the cultural performers."

He added, "Our meeting with schoolchildren and new arrivals from Tibet was eye-opening. It reminds you of the oppression and the terrible things that happen to people in Tibet just because they stand up for their own belief, autonomy and culture, and belief in the Dalai Lama as well."

The delegation met Kalon Tripa (political leader) Dr Lobsang Sangay yesterday. Mr Hamilton described him as "a very impressive man", saying, "I think Dr Lobsang Sangay will take the Tibetan community a long, long way."

Mr Hamilton said British government ministers have raised the issue of the

suppression of human rights of Tibetans inside Tibet with senior Chinese leaders, and that the British government supports the middle-way policy.

Mr Fredrick Hyde-Chambers, secretary general of Enterprise and Parliamentary Dialogue International, and chairman of the Tibet Society, said the delegation would "garner support for the Central Tibetan Administration in its programme for both Tibetans in and outside Tibet to have higher education and technical professional qualifications.

"We also discussed among ourselves the possibility to request the BBC to have a Tibetan language service," he added.

Addressing the issue of the tragic acts of self-immolation in Tibet this year, Mr Simon Hughes, deputy leader of the Liberal Democratic party, said: "We feel and share the terrible pain of the monks in taking the decision to self-immolate.

We have an obligation to work in every way possible to take action that would make it less likely that people were driven to take their own lives.

"We have to work... to give hope to the Tibetans that they would get the dignity to live their natural life."

The delegation's visit, which was organised by the Tibet Society, also included Labour MPs Ms Cathy Jamieson and Mr Nic Dakin, Conservative MP Mr James Gray, and Ms Philippa Carrick, chief executive office of the Tibet Society.

Dharamsala: - Tibetans and their supporters from the Bay Area of San Francisco, US, are set to protest in front of the city's Chinese Consulate today, following the fifth self-immolation of a Tibetan Monk this year.

In a press statement, Tashi Wangden, president of the San Francisco Regional Tibetan Youth Congress, said, "China's violent repression in Tibet, especially against our religious institutions, has become so unbearable that these monks took truly desperate actions - an outcry for help.

"China must immediately withdraw security forces from Kirti Monastery and across Tibet, and stop the ongoing harassment and torture of our monks."

On October 3, Kelsang Wangchuk (17), set himself on fire in Ngaba, Tibet, shouting slogans for "religious rights and freedom in Tibet" while holding up a photograph of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

On September 26, Lobsang Kalsang and Lobsang Konchok, aged between 18 and 19, self-immolated after staging a similar protest, during which they waved the Tibetan national flag and called for religious freedom in Tibet.

On August 15, Tsewang Norbu (29) - a monk from Nyitso monastery in Kham, eastern Tibet - self-immolated during a protest in the town's market square calling for the return of His Holiness.

On March 16, Phuntsok Jaruktsang (21)

San Francisco Tibetans and supporters. photo:phayul.com

from Kirti monastery self-immolated and later died of his injuries.

In response to Jarutsang's action, Chinese forces ordered paramilitary police to surround Kirti monastery. Hundreds of monks were forcibly removed, dozens arbitrarily arrested, and armed blockades were set-up at entrances to the building.

These measures have exacerbated tensions in the region. "Young monks are looking to end their life as the last resort to urge international aide in Tibet," said Tenzin Lama, board member of Students for a free Tibet.

"We fear these self-immolations are desperate acts to highlight the oppression that the Tibetan people feel inside Tibet.

We plead for our local media institutions to assist us in spreading the news of the human rights violations occurring in an oppressed nation."

Tenzin Tsedup, president of the Tibetan Association of Northern California, added, "Strong diplomatic action is urgently needed to stop further loss of life in Tibet.

"We appeal to the international community to hold the Chinese government accountable for its actions that are causing such pain, suffering and deep desperation among Tibetans."

The demonstration will take place today from 13:00 to 15:00 outside the Chinese Consulate, 1,450 Laguna Street, San Francisco.

Students for a Free Tibet UK Demonstrate outside China’s London Embassy

On 1st October, the People's Republic of China celebrated 62 years since its formation. But Chinese pro-democracy activists, Uyghurs and Tibetans (CUTS UK) are not celebrating, and instead protested at the Chinese Embassy, London.

Photo: SFT UK

London: October the 1st marked the 62nd anniversary of the formation of the People's Republic of China. To mark the event, and highlight the appalling human rights abuses and tragedies that have occurred under the name of the Communist party, members of Students for a Free Tibet UK, alongside Chinese pro-democracy activists and members of the minority group the Uyghur's, spent October the 1st protesting outside the Chinese embassy in London.

The peaceful demonstration was executed with dramatic effect. Each protestor wore a blank white mask, and held beneath them a placard with a statement. Each placard described an individual or group who has witnessed abuse, or serious human rights violations, under marred history of the Chinese Communist Party.

An example of one placard states: "I am

one of the Tibetan monks, Kidnapped and missing for keeping my faith!"

Another read: "I am one of the Tibetan children, forced to flee into exile for freedom of education". The Students for a Free Tibet UK social network page stated: "On 1st October, the People's Republic of China celebrated 62 years since its formation. But Chinese pro-democracy activists, Uyghur's and Tibetans (CUTS UK) are not celebrating, and instead protested at the Chinese Embassy, London."

Since China's Cultural Revolution, and its invasion of Tibet in 1949, the people of both Tibet and China have witnessed suppression, corruption and slaughter on an unprecedented scale. While those in power in Beijing may be celebrating its 62nd anniversary, there are many more the world over waiting for the soon demise of this brutal regime.

Tibetan Abbot Joins Geneva Interfaith Forum ..... ..... Continues From Front Page and Ms Clare Amos of the World Council of Churches.

Abbot Geshe, who has lived as a refugee in India since the Chinese invasion of Tibet in 1959, spoke on the Buddhist Perspective on Non-violence.

He said Tibetan Buddhism teaches the same things about love, compassion and tolerance as other major religions.

He added that Tibetan Buddhists consider all life to be precious, renounce any act of violence, and believe every living thing - including micro-organisms - should be treated with equal respect.

Referring to current world turmoil, particularly in the Middle East, Abbot Geshe said we must recognise the root causes of violence, and that violence cannot be resolved through further violence - whether at the family, community or government level. It must be tackled with peaceful dialogue and mutual respect, he said.

Abbot Geshe suggested introducing non-violence programmes in schools, and urged all attendees of the forum to work together to promote non-violence as individuals, civil society

organisations and government bodies.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama is committed to non-violence in resolving the Tibet problem with China, the abbot said, and has followed the path of Mahatma Gandhi whilst in exile. In 1989, His Holiness was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Abbot Geshe concluded by promoting His Holiness' Foundation for Universal Responsibility, a key function of which is to work on global and ethic of nonviolence, coexistence and social change.

Also during the forum, Ambassador

Mukhtar talked about his government's domestic and internationial initiatives to promote inter-cultural and religious dialogue.

Ms Amos shared her 20 years of experience of working in Jerusalem, and spoke on the works of St Francis reminding the audience that October 4 was St Francis Day. After the speeches, Interfaith International's general secretary, Dr Charles Graves, moderated a half-hour discussion, including questions from the audience.

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Central Tibetan Administra- Following further Tibetan deaths, CTA calls tion accuses China of ‘spin’ on Chinese authorities' to end repression

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Central Tibetan Administration Kalon Tripa, Dr. Lobsang Sangay. Photo: Patrick Sloyan/TPI

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamshala: On Tuesday, the Chinese government lashed out at the "Dalai Lama clique" following a wave of self-immolation in the tightly controlled province of Ngaba county, western China.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Weimin said supporters of the Dalai Lama not only failed to condemn the incidents, but publicised them to inspire further such acts. "They publicly played it up, spread rumours and incited more people to follow suit," Liu told reporters at a daily news briefing.

The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) Kalon Tripa (Prime Minister), Lobsang Sangay, responded today accusing the Chinese Foreign Ministry of trying to divert the issue.

"The root cause is the Chinese occupation of Tibet" Sangay told reporters gathered in Dharamshala. It is just more "spin from the Chinese ministry" he said.

In a joint press statement to discuss the increasing cases of selfimmolation in Tibet, the CTA and the

Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile cited political repression, cultural assimilation and economic marginalisation as among the factors driving Tibetans to take such "drastic acts." They blamed China's intolerable "occupation and repression of Tibet" for the increasing cases of selfimmolation.

On Tuesday, the United States also expressed concern over the increases of self-immolation in Tibet. State Department spokesperson, Victoria Nuland, urged the "Chinese Government to respect the rights of all Chinese citizens who peacefully express their desire for internationally recognized freedoms ... and to address policy in Tibet in areas that have created tensions."

Repression in Chinese-controlled Tibet has increased following the outbreak of riots in 2008. Since March this year, seven young Tibetans have self-immolated. Friday saw the latest of these when two former monks aged 18 and 19 set themselves on fire in Ngaba county.

Free Tibet; Save India Bike Rally in South India

Over a hundred Indian bikers rallied from Wardha to Nagpur under the banner 'Free Tibet - Save India' on October 6, 2011.

(Photo/Tsering Choedup/ITN)

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamsala: - More than 50 motorbikes, driven by 100 people, undertook a bike rally this morning from Wardha to Nagpur in Maharashtra, south India, to promote the Free Tibet; Save India campaign.

The event was organised by the National Campaign for Tibetan Support (NCFTS), whose members belong to the Buddhist community of Wardha and its surrounding areas.

Executive Secretary Mr Arvind Nikose said, "We will ensure that the issue of

Tibet will reach the common masses of India, and call on all who support Tibet to lobby our own elected representatives to table a resolution in the parliament."

The rally was flagged off at 10:30, and culminated with much fanfare at Deekshabhoomi, Nagpur, where Dr Babashahib Bhim Rao Ambedkar took Buddhist vows on 14 October 1956, along with his 380,000 followers.

Due to rainfall, the bikers did not reach Deekshabhoomi until late evening, where they were honoured with Kathas (traditional Tibetan scarves) by the regional chapter of the Tibetan Women's Association, Norgyeling Tibetan Settlement.

The bike rally coincided with the celebration of Dhamma Chakra Pravartan, during which millions of people visit Nagpur.

The National Campaign for Tibetan Support is a member of the International Tibet Network - a global coalition of Tibet-related nongovernmental organisations.

Dharamshala: In the past six months, seven monks have set themselves on fire in eastern China. Friday October 7 saw the latest in a series of selfimmolation's - the act of setting oneself on fire. Choepel, 19 and Khayang, 18 self-immolated in Ngaba county, days after 17 year-old Kalsang set himself alight.

The increase in self-immolation incidents highlights the extraordinary lengths Tibetans are willing to go to in order to protest the continued repression of Tibetans under Chinese policies.

The current situation in Ngaba is extremely volatile. Continued reports filtering out of the region have commented on a heightened security presence in the region. Chinese authorities have attempted to contain any further protests by withholding the body of Khayang after he died in hospital on 8 October and also restricting the ceremonies commemorating his death.

Chinese authorities have met Tibetan uprisings with harsh response in the past, as seen in the 2008 Tibetan uprisings. As such a silent protest has been carried out in Ngaba over the last 3 days with many Tibetans simply closing

New Cabinet Building of the Central Tibetan Administration. Photo TPI

their business' as a mark of solidarity and support to the two teens who selfimmolated last Friday.

Responding to the steadily increasing tension in Ngaba county, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) issued a statement condemning Chinese authorities' response to the recent events and calling for the release of selfimmolation survivors, three of which are still missing.

The CTA also called on the international community to show solidarity with the

Tibetans living in Ngaba and to draw attention to the grave situation in Tibet.

The Tibetan Government's statement concluded with an appeal to "the international community to press the government of the People's Republic of China to resolve the issue of Tibet peacefully through dialogue".

Free Tibet website claims to have received reports that many more monks are prepared to sacrifice their lives if Chinese policies at the monastery and in the town continue.

Parliament Mourns Sad Demise of Chithu Gyalrong Dawa Tsering

By Tibetan Administration Official Media: Tibet Net

Dharamshala, India: The Tibetan Parliament in Exile has expressed deep sadness over the sad and sudden demise of Gyalrong Dawa Tsering, a member of Parliament, and observed a prayer service by adjourning the House this afternoon.

Gyalrong Dawa Tsering was rushed to Chandigarh due to sudden illness while attending the ongoing parliament session.

Despite undergoing a surgery he breathed his last at 3:20 pm today, 28 September.

He was 59.

Adjourning the House this afternoon, the members of the 15th Tibetan Parliament and staff members of the Parliamentary Secretariat held a prayer service for the deceased. The House will officially pass a resolution of condolence tomorrow, Mr Tenzin Norbu, the spokesperson of the parliamentary secretariat, told tibet.net.

In a condolence message the Parliamentary Secretariat said: "Gyalrong Dawa Tsering has served to the best of his capacity with a firm conviction in His Holiness the Dalai Lama's guidance and the Charter to fulfill the aspirations of the Tibetan people."

Gyalrong Dawa Tsering was born in the year 1952 and came into exile in 1959. In 1969, he joined the military service and worked there till 1994. He served in the military in various capacities, most prominently as the Assistant Political Leader. In late 1994, he officially resigned from the service

Gyalrong Dawa Tsering la (1952 - 2011). Photo: Tibet Net

and settled in the Tibetan settlement of Phendeling at Mainpat in Madhya Pradesh.

In Mainpat, he served as chairman of the local Tibetan assembly.

He was subsequently elected as a member of Tibetan Parliament in exile from northeastern Tibet's Domey (Amdo) province in the 13th, 14th and

15th Parliament. He served as the Standing Committee member of the 13th Parliament for four years and again for three and a half years in the 14th Parliament.

He was also elected in 25 different committees within the Tibetan Parliament in exile. He is survived by his wife and children.

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Fifth Self-immolation Protest Three Self-immolation Monks Hospitalised in Ngaba, Tibet in Tibet Calling for Religious Rights

By Matthew Singh-Toor, The Tibetpost

Buddhist monk, Kalsang Wangchuk of Kirti Monastery in Ngaba county eastern Tibet on 19 March 2011. Photo: TPI

By YC. Dhardhowa, The Tibet Post

Dharamshala: A young Buddhist monk from the Kirti Monastery in Tibet set himself on fire to protest against China's repression over religious freedom, a latest source said Tuesday, (4th October). This is the fifth reported self-immolation protest this year in the occupied territory of eastern Tibet where Tibetans suffer under Chinese brutal rule.

Ven. Kalsang Wangchuk, a 17-yearold student from Kirti monastery's Kalachakra college walked out on to the main street and shouted slogans against the Chinese government as he tried to self-immolate. Kalsang set himself ablaze on October 2nd at about 2 pm Beijing time in the town of Ngaba.

A large and heavily armed military forces intensified their presence in the areas of the Ngaba town and Kirti monastery and the communication of all types is severely restricted as well as traffic movements.

"Kalsang was holding a portrait of the spiritual leader of Tibet, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama and calling for religious freedom and Human Rights in Tibet when he set himself on fire in a vegetable market at the main street to Ngaba town," said Ven. Kanyak Tsering, India based Kirti monastery.

Chinese military forces extinguished the flames, Tsering further said, they beat him severely and then took him away, his injuries and whereabouts still unknown. As soon as the incident took place, people in the street tried to join the demonstration by shouting slogans, but were dispersed by armed Chinese police and military forces.

The Tibetan monastery suffered severely under the regime's cruel repression since March this year. Last week, a monk from the same monastery has reportedly died and one more remains in a critical condition after setting themselves on fire in the same place to protest against the Chinese government's religious crackdowns.

According to the source, just a few days before, a large amount of leaflets had been posted in town and around the monastery complex stating that if the current situation continued, many more people were prepared to give their lives in protest.

Tibetans in exile and Tibet supporters across the world strongly concerned about the gross violation of human

rights by the communist regime that Tibetan people still suffer under Chinese policies of torture, killing, religious repression and cultural genocide imposed by a heavy military presence everywhere.

Tibetan political analysts say, despite Chinese economy development, it does seem clear that the number of self-immolation cases has been increasing - and this has now become not a only Tibet problem but an international issue, as the world community denounced the lack of human rights and religious freedom under Chinese rule.

Dharamsala:- The Tibet Post has received the following report from two monks from Kirti monastery in exile the mirror institution of Kirti Monastery in Ngaba county, Tibet: It has been reported that Kesang Wangchuk, the Kirti monk who made a self-immolation protest in Ngaba county on October 3 is now in a ward on the second floor of the county hospital under strict police surveillance. All other occupants of the ward have been moved out.

A friend of Wangchuk's has been sent to nurse him, and several people have been allowed to visit. His burns are not serious but he has suffered a severe head injury, resulting from the beatings he received from the police at the time of his arrest.

Losang Konchok, who committed a similar protest on September 26, was reported to be in the prefecture hospital in Barkham a few days ago.

His injuries are severe, and he has not been allowed to meet relatives or friends.

It seems that Konchok's fellow protester, Losang Kesang, is in a hospital in the provincial capital Chengdu. He was shown on the official Ngaba news channel a few days ago, and it was announced that his injuries are not serious.

There is little visible security presence around Kirti monastery at present, and an appearance of leniency is being maintained. However, local people

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by Tibetans demanding freedom from China. Protesters urged to stand up for freedom and Human Rights in the Himalayan region.

"Over 200 Tibetans, including monks and laymen, held peaceful protest in front of the main entrance of Serta county in eastern Tibet Saturday at around 12:30 pm (local time) according to Tibet source.

The protesters, who were reported to be Lay Tibetans, rallied toward the street in Serta town, shouted and said long life Hiss Holiness the Dalai Lama and free Tibet. Many pamphlets were distributed in the street that contained slogans such as religious freedom in Tibet, freedom to use Tibetan Language, freedom of Human Rights, freedom of expression and the return of His Holiness the Dalai Lama etc.

The protest from Serta county (Chinese: Seda) comes amid a year of uprisings from Tibet, and tensions are running particularly high since the recent self-immolation of two monks from Kirti monastery, which occurred just last week.

Several other Tibetans in eastern Tibet, including many monks, have been detained by the Chinese authorities in recent months and are said to be being brutally tortured despite being held without charge. The incident on Saturday began at mid-day, when

someone hung a huge Tibetan national flag, and a large protrait of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, from a four story building in Serta town.

Later in the day, both the flag and image of His Holiness were taken down and thrown in the street. This triggered a wave of protest from a group of Tibetans. Protesters shouted such as let fight for rights of culture and identity and said "wake-up, people in Tibet", we don't have the fundamental rights and equal in dignity. crowd demonstrated for about 15-20 minutes."

More than 30 Chinese police arrived to control the situation and they attempted to detain peaceful protesters. As time passed, the crowd grew larger, eventually exceeding in all directions.

Authorities could not detain the earlier protesters.

In last month, another Buddhist monk from Kirti Monastery has reportedly died and one more remains in a critical condition after setting themselves on fire in Ngaba county, marking at least the third self-immolation in protest against Chinese rule in Tibet and the harsh treatment of the Tibetan people. Over the past two months, the Chinese court in Ngaba county has sentenced several monks from Kirti Monastery to lengthy prison terms after the authorities accused them of involvement in late Phuntsok's self-immolation to death.

Buddhist monks; Lobsang Konchok and Lobsang Kalsang from Kirti Monastery of Ngaba county, eastern Tibet. Photo: TPI/File

suspect this to be a deceptive ploy on the part of the authorities.

Hundreds of government officials still stay at the monastery day and night, and four permanent sub-police stations are being built in the four quarters of the complex.

Police, soldiers and special forces are maintaining a heavy presence around

the county town, and security cameras have been installed on buildings on both sides of the main road and on electricity poles.Checkpoints have also been established on the main access roads into the county town, where locals have to show their identity cards and face ongoing harassment.

Two Further Self-immolations in Ngaba: One Feared Dead

16 March 2011, People's Armed Police march on Ying Shong Avenue near the main market in Ngaba Town around 5pm, just after protests took place following the self-immolation of Phuntsok. Photo: TPI.

By Matthew Singh-Toor, The Tibetpost

Dharamsala: - Reports from Tibet say that two more Tibetans conducted self-immolation protests in an antiChina protest today. One is feared dead, the other in a serious condition.

Kirti Monastery in Dharamshala - the mirror institution of Kirti monastery in Ngaba county, eastern Tibet released a statement saying, "At around 11:30 Tibet time, Choephel (Lhungyang, aged 19) and Khayang (aged 18) set themselves ablaze in the central town of Ngaba district. With

hands joined in prayer, both of them raised anti-China slogans."

The young men are both former monks of Kirti monastery.

Eyewitnesses said Choephel and Khayang were engulfed in flame as they called for Tibetans to unite and rise up against the Chinese regime, and for the return of His Holiness the Dalai Lama from exile.

"Chinese security personnel arrived at the scene and started beating the two indiscriminately while dousing the fire," reported Kirti monastery.

"Even while they were being taken to the hospital, Khayang was seen throwing his fist in the air, raising slogans." It is feared that Choephel succumbed to his injuries half an hour later.

This is the sixth instance of selfimmolation in Ngaba this year, and the third this October. The protests look set to continue, as leaflets have surfaced in Ngaba town and Kirti monastery warning that, "If the present situation continues, many more people are prepared to give their lives in protest."

Day of Solidarity marked for October 19 ..... Continues From Front Page CTA Kalon Tripa (Prime Minister), Lobsang Sangay, encouraged Tibetans and Tibet supporters living abroad to participate by organising activities in their respective regions. He stressed that the events must be "peaceful, respectful of local laws and dignified."

The day is planned to coincide with Lhakar. Lhakar, literally "white Wednesday," began in 2008 as a grassroots movement where Tibetans wear traditional clothing, eat Tibetan food and speak Tibetan - an attempt to keep traditional Tibetan customs and culture alive.

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Deception and Prejudice: China's Claim on Buddhist Reincarnation

His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet, during a special ceremony being held at the main Tibetan temple in Mcleod Ganj, Dharamshala, India on 8th December 2011. Photo: TPI

By Tenzin Lekshay

Dharamshala: - "Bear in mind that, apart from the reincarnation recognized through such legitimate methods, no recognition or acceptance should be given to a candidate chosen for political ends by anyone, including those in the People's Republic of China." - His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet, 24 September 2011.

His Holiness recently made a lengthy statement on the issue of his reincarnation and categorically clarified his stand on the future of the Dalai Lama institution. His statement was timely, as the matter was scheduled to be discussed at the eleventh Tibetan Religious Conclave in Dharamshala. His Holiness made a declaration on the tradition of reincarnation in Tibetan Buddhism which gave a clear understanding about the concept of Tulku recognition.

As expected, Xinhua News Agency, the mouthpiece of the Chinese communist regime, responded with their rhetorical piece ‘Why the Dalai Lama Worries about Rebirth', which asserted the Chinese government's role in approving all Dalai Lamas since 1653.

China's response deliberately neglected the crux of the issue. His Holiness explained that only one Dalai Lama has been approved by using the Golden Urn, at the behest of Manchu officials after the Tibet-Gorkha Conflict of 17911793. Except for the eleventh and twelfth Dalai Lamas, all other predecessors, including the incumbent Dalai Lama, were recognized and selected through traditional Buddhist customs which had nothing to do with China.

On 26 September 2011, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Hong Lei responded mendaciously to a query during a press briefing, saying, "The title of the Dalai Lama is illegal if not conferred by the central government," and warned that His Holiness' actions have caused severe damage to the normal order of Tibetan Buddhism.

This statement was a horrendously misleading, idiotic and absurd example of China promoting its illegitimate interference in the recognition of the Dalai Lama, and presumably it will make it the laughing stock of the whole world.

In September 2007, China formulated a law on recognizing and controlling Lamas' reincarnations. 'Order Number Five' is believed to have been implemented this year. Earlier, China played a duplicitous role in the current Panchen Lama's selection, whose predecessor died mysteriously in 1989.

Since then, the Chinese Government has intruded into the affairs of Tibetan Buddhism by focusing on the recognition of Tibetan Lamas, especially the Dalai Lama.

The question remains whether China

really has the authority to choose the next Dalai Lama. Forget about their tradition of ‘heaven's mandate'. Do they have the mandate of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, whom they consistently demonize? Do they have any historical basis for their claim of authority over the recognition of the Dalai Lama? And do they have the confidence of the Tibetan people and other Buddhists around world - to whom His Holiness has passed the right to decide whether the institution of Dalai Lama should continue?

If China were to meet these prerequisites, it could go ahead and legitimize its claim! But if China fails to meet those prerequisites, there will be no use in forcing Tibetans to yield to its command.

China must withdraw its erroneous claim and abandon its arrogance and political manipulation of religious matters. It must understand that not all ends can be achieved by force. Recognizing and selecting Tibetan Lamas, especially the Dalai Lama, is not China's business. It is not equivalent to the selection of Chinese Politburo members or political leaders such as Mao, Deng, Jiang, Hu, Xi et al.

Deng Xiaoping, the grand old man of China, gave the sacred advice to "seek truth from facts". The Chinese government has forgotten his words, and Deng Xiaoping himself failed to keep to his word. It may be that Chairman Mao overshadowed Deng's rhetoric, as Mao, the great helmsman of China, had superior influence.

Mao's doctrine of "telling a lie thousand times to make it a truth" spread widely across China. If China ever felt indebted to Deng, who opened China to the outside world with his liberalization policy, it would presumably face the dilemma of choosing whose advice to follow - Deng's or Mao's. Modern China faces serious problems in recognizing what ‘truth' really means.

The Dalai Lama: Legitimacy in Selecting His Reincarnation His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, believed to be the manifestation of Chenresig (Avalokiteshvara), the lord of compassion, was until recently both the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people. He devolved his political leadership to an elected government in early 2011.

The institution of Dalai Lama goes back hundreds of years, to the birth of the first Dalai Lama in 1391 AD. It is one of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist institutions to perform the selection process of reincarnation.

Bizarrely, the Chinese foreign ministry says on its official website that, "The Qing emperor granted him the honorific title of ‘Dalai Lama, overseer of the Buddhist faith on earth under the great, benevolent, self-subsisting Buddha of the western paradise.' The title Dalai Lama was thus established and is still maintained today."

However, it is clear that Altan Khan, on converting to Buddhism, conferred on Sonam Gyatso the title of ‘Dalai' and named him the Dalai Lama. The title signifies ‘universal, great, wide expanse like the ocean', or ‘ocean-like wisdom'.

In his recent memorandum, His Holiness stressed that, "The person who reincarnates has sole legitimate authority over where and how he or she takes rebirth and how that reincarnation is to be recognized. It is a reality that no

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Int'l Chinese Writers' Group Formed, Aims to Promote Freedom we discovered an important secret about Chinese citizenship: outside of China, neither our hukou books nor our identity cards count as proof of identity.In the Netherlands, a foreigner can start a not-for-profit NGO social and an official board member - as long as he can prove his identity. But this does not apply to citizens of mainland China.

Why? Because Chinese mainland identity cards don't carry a personal signature!

In a normal society, a citizen's personal signature on their ID card protects it from abuse by others. The lack of a signature on a Chinese ID card leaves it open to misuse. This shows that when the Chinese government issues a card to a citizen, it is not about protecting the citizen's rights, but rather making things easier for the police and army in terms of arrests and constraints.

So, the ID documents of writers from mainland China are not recognized in the Netherlands, and registration of the International Alliance for Chinese Writers failed. Our preparatory committee has contacted Dutch lawyers, and we will keep our friends and compatriots and international informed about this case.

This was a joint declaration by members of the Preparatory Committee of the International Alliance for Chinese Writers: Chu (Wang Dejia, China), Luo Yongquan (China), Song Xiangfeng (China), Jack Chen (Nederland), Zhimin Tang (Belgium), October 1 2011.

A press conference held by the auther's alliance earlier this year .

Photo: Asian Correspondent.com ByBy Mona Zhimin Tang & Dennis Barbion /The Tibetpost

Chinese-Dutch Writers' Group Faces Registration Dead-end By Mona Zhimin Tang and Dennis Barbion, 3rd October 2011.

Inspired by the recent international book fair in Beijing, several Chinese writers have tried to register a new nongovernment organization (NGO) in The Netherlands: The International Alliance for Chinese Writers. The group is represented in China by Chu (Wang Dejia), Luo Yongquan and Song Xiangfeng.

It aims to unite Chinese writers and authors worldwide, to establish friendship and cooperation between all ethnic groups regardless of their political views, to promote freedom of

one else can force the person concerned, or manipulate him or her."

During the eleventh religious conclave, His Holiness explicitly rejected China's ploy, stating, "My reincarnation is to be decided by myself - nobody has the right to decide about that."

However, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Hong Lei stated in a briefing, "There has never been a case of a previous Dalai determining the next Dalai." Even Padma Choling, chairman of the Tibet Autonomous Region, contradicted His Holiness, saying, "There have been 14 Dalai Lamas. It is unreasonable for him to do whatever he wants [about reincarnation]. There's no way for him to do so...What he said does not count," If His Holiness' s statement on his own reincarnation "does not count", must we believe the Chinese communist regime? Pema Choling implies the Dalai Lama has no authority in the Dalai Lama selection process. If this is the case, one must remember a comment made

by Mao to the Dalai Lama that "religion is poison".

Apparently, China has forgotten its role in destroying more than 6,000 Tibetan monasteries, and its traditional hostility towards Tibetan Lamas. It labeled all reincarnated monks as one of the ‘Four Olds', and enacted on them severe punishment, torture, murder and the ‘struggle session' (tham zing). How can China claim any morality in choosing Tibetan Lamas, when China itself has offended against them?

Reincarnation in Exile: China's Pain Since early 2000, His Holiness has made several hints about his reincarnation that have annoyed China, which plans to choose its own Dalai Lama. His

expression, and to protect writers against suppression by extreme rightand left-wing parties.

The alliance objects to any form of literary inquisition and conviction for freedom of speech.

Our idea is to promote freedom through writing. Over the past half century, all information in China has been distorted and freedom of speech has been violated. The alliance wants to work towards a China that respects ethical and cultural values and has a place in the international community.

October 1 is the 'National Day of China', when we celebrate China as a powerful a country. But let's just think about the relationship between Chinese citizens and the state.

When trying to register our new NGO,

spiritual leader.

Since bodhisattvas are reborn to complete unfinished missions, the Dalai Lama foresees that he will be reincarnated in a free country, where he is able to continue his own missions.

His Holiness has not ruled out being born again but says that, if the Tibetan people feel the need to end the Dalai Lama institution, then it shall cease.

However, he would still reincarnate in other forms, to meet the needs of sentient beings.

It is vital to understand why China is so preoccupied with appointing its own

Holiness said in an interview, "If I die as a refugee and the Tibetan situation remains like this, then, logically, my reincarnation will appear in a free country, because the very purpose of reincarnation is to carry on the work which began in my previous life."

Bodhisattvas are born to help sentient beings. His Holiness, the avatar of Lord Chenrezig, is one of the bodhisattvas born to help the Tibetan people. Whilst Tibet has suffered for more than 60 years, he has taken complete responsibility for leading the Tibetan struggle - by virtue of having been recognized as Tibet's temporal and

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popular young Tibetan singer Choegon – also known as “Little Kunga�

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamshala: 12 october 2011 001Dharamshala: The Central Tibetan Administration reported yesterday on Tibet.net that popular young Tibetan singer Choegon - also known as "Little Kunga" after a famous Tibetan singer - has been arrested by Chinese police. The arrest is suspected to have occurred on 25 September 2011.

Choegon, 19, a popular singer amongst Tibetans, was invited to a music concert in Tibet's capital, Lhasa.

During the journey to Lhasa, Choegon is reported to have been arrested by Chinese police.

Choegon, from Jomda county in East Tibet, is a famous figure in the Tibetan music scene. The reasons for his

Dharamshala: Tibetan monk Lobsang Tsundu, who was arrested in 2008 for his involvement in the Tibetan uprising, has been sentenced to ten years in Chushul prison, near Lhasa.

Tsundu was born in Kyigudo, Kham, in 1965. His father is Lobsgang Shirab and his mother is Dolkar Tsetso. As a child, he attended Ranga monastery and later moved to Drepong monastery near Lhasa.

In 1996, Tsundu moved to south India to study at Drepong's mirror monastery there, and then returned to Tibet Many monks from Drepong monastery Tibet participated in the 2008 uprising, and Tsundu was arrested, kept in a detention centre and badly tortured as witnessed by other prisoners.

arrest remain unclear although it is thought that Chinese authorities may believe Choegon to be pushing a proTibetan political agenda through his music.

Choegon's relatives has so far been unable to locate him. His whereabouts remain unknown.

Lobsang Tsundu Monk of Drepong monastery near Lhasa.photo: Tibetan Administration Media: Tibet Net

Tsundu remained stalwart in his opinions, and was punished for

expressing them to prison staff, leading to serious health problems.

Second Tibetan Dies Following Self-Immolation

Prayers and Homage held in Tokyo for Tibetan Martyrs ... ..... Continues From Front Page of His Holiness the Dalai Lama for Japan and East Asia, Tokyo.

Mr. Lhakpa Tshoko, representative of the liaison office, spoke on the critical situation continuing in Tibet, especially in the Ngaba region of Amdo province.

He said that suicide is a rare happening in Tibet, particularly by monks. He said the "fact that the monks are driven to commit suicide by self immolation, to knock [on] the door of justice, implies the gravity of situation and the extent of Chinese oppression in Tibet". He went on to say that such acts of martyrdom are a desperate reaction against fifty years of Chinese authoritarian rule in Tibet and from them, it is possible to understand what life under Chinese rule has been for all these years.

People paid respect and homage at the altar where the names and the photos of seven young Tibetans who have committed self-immolation since March 2011 were placed. The alter was adorned with traditional Tibetan white scarves and offerings of butter lamps. Tibetan flags were hoisted at the two sides of the altar to honor the martyrs.

Tibetans and Japanese together recited prayers and mantras with Rev. Kobayashi, Representative of Japanese Monks Federation for Tibet, leading a Japanese prayer. Some Japanese shed tears during the prayers.

University professors and young students were among the attendees.

Some of them expressed exasperation over how Chinese security beat and mishandled the fire-engulfed monks without any compassion. A young

Japanese woman while talking with her friends expressed surprise over how China, a self-proclaimed world power, could commit such bestial acts against innocent Tibetans while celebrating the centenary of republic day with great pomp and show. "If the Chinese people could boast of revolution hundred years ago, the Chinese as well as Tibetans have the same right to call for revolution now" was a message repeated at the gathering.

Mr. Lhakpa Tshoko thanked the participants for their support at the conclusion of the prayer session and informed the gathering about the recent statement issued by His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the reincarnation issue, and the devolution of temporal authority of His Holiness to the elected Tibetan leader through popular

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were held after they shouted slogans against the "illegal Chinese occupation of Tibet".

The group of Tibetan exiles protested outside the Chinese embassy, refusing to move. Police were called in to physically remove them. The protesters were then bundled into buses.

The picketing is believed to have been in response to the self-immolation of two Tibetan monks in Sichuan province's Aba prefecture in southwest China. The monks protest against the Chinese government occurred just two days before the New Delhi protest.

There were similar protests in Dharmsala, the seat of the Tibetan government in exile. Commenting on the self-immolation

attempt, Thupten Samphal, official spokesperson of the Tibetan governmentin-exile, said the monks extreme step was a bid to show the world ''the degree of unhappiness Chinese rule imposes on Tibet. A rule which also undermines the Tibetan way of life and Tibetan identity."

A number of contradictory reports have emerged following the incident. China's news agency, Xinhua confirmed that two young Tibetan men set themselves on fire in Aba prefecture on Friday. It also cited an Aba county spokesman as saying that the non-practising monks were rescued and were being treated at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

However, the public security bureau in Aba denied any knowledge of an incident.

"Nothing like that happened here. I am not aware of the situation," a spokeswoman told Reuters. This was despite claims that police officers had helped extinguish the flames and beaten the men as they took them to hospital.

The survival of the one of the monks has also been questioned. The Free Tibet website reported that locals in Aba prefecture believed one of the monks had died at the scene.

"There are many courageous young Tibetans who are determined to draw global attention to one of the world's greatest and longest-standing human rights crises no matter the cost to themselves," Free Tibet's director, Stephanie Brigden, said.

16 March 2011, People's Armed Police march on Ying Shong Avenue near the main market in Ngaba Town around 5pm, just after protests took place following the selfimmolation of Phuntsok. Photo: TPI.

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamshala, India: The second of the two young men who self-immolated in the troubled area of Ngaba county in western China has passed away.

Khayang, 18, died in a Bakham hospital on 8 October at around 1pm local time.

The other man, Choepel, 19, is believed to have died at the scene on October 7.

The death of Khayang is the eighth death by self-immolation in Ngaba county in two and a half years.

Contradicting these reports, Chinese controlled government news agency, Xinhua, have said both Khayang and Choepel are alive and are in no danger.

On the three days following the selfimmolation, in a silent act of solidarity, Tibetans in Ngaba county temporarily shut down their businesses as a demonstration of their support for the two individuals.

Following Khayang's death, many local Tibetans visited their local monasteries making prayers and offerings.

In hospital, Khayang was closely monitored by Chinese authorities.

Following his death, despite protests from his family, Khayang's body was seized by Chinese authorities who cremated his body independently and subsequently giving his ashes to his family. This practice of withholding the corpse of dissidents is common in

China. The bodies of political prisoners who die in prison are usually not returned to their families.

Before his death, Khayang wrote a letter in hospital saying that he is satisfied that his life has contributed to the Tibetan cause. He said he did not have any regrets and urged his friends, family and fellow Tibetans not to suffer because of his death. The letter has become popular in Ngaba county.

Chinese authorities have imposed restrictions on Khayang's family regarding the rituals that would normally follow a Tibetan death. A limit of five monks has been allowed to make offerings and prayers for the family.

The family is also being closely monitored by Chinese security officials.

In an effort to avoid detection and arrest, Tibetans have resorted to some extraordinary means to get there message out in the open. In Ngaba county, individuals writing on the topic of Tibet have been hanging documents using string around the necks of goats. It is reported that some goats have been arrested.

Ven. Kanyak Tsering and Lobsang Yeshi both in exile at Kirti monastery, Dharamsala.

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protest. Following an uprising in Lhasa in March 2008, seven people mostly monks - committed suicide to protest against Chinese rule.

Since 2009, five Tibetan monks have expressed their discontent with Chinese occupation of Tibet through self-immolation - four of which were suicides that took place this year.

It's cold and rain Sunday in Taipei, but they have no fear. over 49 tibetans and Taiwanese supporters cycling to give a salute to the martyrs of Tibet. ( Photos: TPI/Small P)

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Taipei: - Despite stormy weather conditions in Taipei Sunday, 2nd October 49 people -Tibetans and Taiwanese alike - staged a bicycle rally in the city to commemorate Tibetan monks who set themselves alight to protest China's rule over Tibet.

"Tibet belongs to Tibetans!" "China, get out of Tibet!" were among the slogans shouted by the 49 cyclists, who attracted the attention of passers-by and drivers as they cycled through the streets.

On each bicycle was a Tibetan flag, while each biker carried signs calling for freedom for Tibet.

"It's the responsibility of each Tibetan to defend our freedom, especially the freedom of religion,

since religion is at the root of our culture," Regional Tibetan Youth Congress Taiwan president Tenzin Choephel told the crowd before the fleet of bicycles departed from a park across the street from Taipei 101.

"When I said it's our responsibility, I mean that we will defend our freedom even if that means scarifying our lives."

"We gather here to remember those who sacrificed their lives for the Tibetan cause and we call on all freedom lovers to join us," Tenzin said. "Let's fight for freedom for Tibet! Let's fight for the independence of Tibet!"

Tenzin's comments referred to previous incidents in which Tibetans took their own lives in political

Students for a Free Tibet (SFT) Taiwan president Fong Jyun-shan pointed out that when SFT Taiwan planned the event, it wanted to remember Tsewang Norbu, the Tibetan monk who self himself on fire on Aug. 15, on the 49th day after his death.

Buddhists believe one's spirit knows whether it will be reincarnated, or enter hell or heaven, by the 49th day of one's death.

"However, [during the preparation for the event] under the repression of the authoritarian Chinese Communist Party regime, two more monks committed suicide through selfimmolation. So many suicide cases mean that the 2008 uprising in Lhasa never ended and China has never ceased its repression of Tibetans," Fong said as he cried. "We have to think about what's pushing the Tibetans to hurt themselves as an act of protest and we have to do something about it."

Fong also called on President Ma Ying-jeou to uphold his campaign promises in 2008 to support Tibetans' struggle for freedom, as well as supporting His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

The first meeting of the Task Force on Negotiations (TFN) since His Holiness the Dalai Lama devolved his political authority to the elected Tibetan leadership, held in Dharamsala on 9 October 2011, was presided over by Kalon Tripa Dr Lobsang Sangay.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama's special envoy Kasur Lodi Gyari and envoy Kelsang Gyaltsen among other TFN members attended the meeting/TibetNet photo

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Dharamshala: The Kalon Tripa (Prime Minister) of the exiled Tibetan community, Dr. Lobsang Sangay, has reiterated that finding a peaceful and negotiated resolution to the issue of Tibet is a top priority for his government. His statement affirms his pre-election commitment to resume negotiations with Beijing, which have progressed intermittently since 2002.

On Monday, a meeting of top Tibetan officials, including the Kalon Tripa and senior envoys of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, met in Dharamshala to discuss resuming talks with China. Sangay confirmed his commitment to the Dalai Lama's 'Middle-Way Approach' which advocates autonomy in Tibet rather than outright independence. He urged

the envoys of the Dalai Lama to resume talks as soon as possible.

Since they began, discussions between the exiled Tibetan administration and China have been plagued by difficulties.

Beijing rejects the Dalai Lama's proposal of genuine autonomy for Tibet. The relationship was strained further in 2008 when unrest broke out in Tibetan areas.

China accused His Holiness the Dalai Lama of inciting the violence.

Monday's meeting comes as the conditions in Chinese occupied Tibet worsen. Since the 2008 uprising against Chinese rule, the situation inside Tibet has become increasingly tense. This year has seen an increase in cases of self-immolation by young Tibetans who find China's occupation and repression of Tibet intolerable.

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......China's Claim on Buddhist Reincarnation Dalai Lama, despite His Holiness' wishes. My understanding is that China dreams of politicizing the Dalai Lama, in order to maintain the communist regime's stability.

Tibet, over the past decades, has become a serious threat to China's stability and international prestige. Although Tibetans constitute just one of 55 minority ethnic groups in China, the Tibet issue remains the most troublesome challenge to China's image.

Within Tibet, many young Tibetans who have never even seen His Holiness show tremendous reverence to him and are even prepared to sacrifice their lives in the struggle for his return to Tibet. His Holiness also has huge global popularity, and travels all over the world to spread positive values and moral ethics. In late 1979, 20 years after the Chinese occupation, an exile delegation visited Tibet on a fact-finding mission, and China realized His Holiness still maintained an overwhelming influence there. Since then, China has been vigilant in condemning His Holiness whenever opportunities avail.

China realized it needed to curb His Holiness' activities and maintain strong opposition to him, both inside Tibet and elsewhere. In Tibet, His Holiness' photo is banned from display. In 2008, Zhang Qingli, former party chief of Tibet said, "We are now engaged in a fierce blood-

and-fire battle with the Dalai clique - a lifeand-death battle between us and the enemy."

If the ‘Dalai Clique' is an enemy of China, then His Holiness should indeed be considered to be its leader. Zhang Qingli called Holiness "a secessionist chief who fools simple believers under the guise of religion." If this is the case, why is China so passionate about choosing the next Dalai Lama, whom it would consider to be an enemy?

China hates His Holiness and has called him various derogatory names, such as ‘wolf in a monk's robe', ‘monster with a human face but the heart of a beast' and ‘splittist'. It has even spoken of ‘chopping off a serpent's head', implying His Holiness is a serpent.

Despite this, His Holiness' magnanimity still extends to China, where he gains more and more followers. He has even humorously thanked the Chinese government for increasing his popularity via their vacuous acts of condemnation.

China is now strenuously playing the ‘religious card' and attempting to enroll Tibetan lamas who are not loyal to His Holiness.

Moves such as rejecting His Holiness' nomination of the young boy Gedun Chokyi Nyima to be Panchen Lama, and instead making it own choice - Gyaltsen Norbu - bring no goodwill to China. The majority of Tibetans do not trust Gyaltsen

Norbu.

Author Tim Johnson has said, "The truth is that the ruling party wants new kinds of Tibetan lamas, not loyal to the Dalai Lama. The [communist] Party wants to sever ties between the lamas of the Tibetan plateau and the Dalai Lama. It is not new - Beijing does the same with the Vatican and Catholic bishops in their territory."

His Holiness is the figurehead of the Tibetan struggle and the ultimate voice of Tibet. China believes that struggle will dissipate once His Holiness passes away.

China is not simply waiting for him to die, but pushing hard to control and recognize the new Dalai Lama, even though it has accused the present Dalai Lama of being unpatriotic to the motherland.

The most serious issue is the real intention behind the Chinese government's desire to choose the next Dalai Lama. Is it for the sake of religion or politics? If China succeeds, will it help silence the Tibetan movement?

Irrespective of China's regulations on religious affairs and the administration of the reincarnation of living Buddhas, does the atheistic regime really understand the true meaning of reincarnation? And, if China established its own rules on the recognition of lamas, what would be the implications for Himalayan Buddhists outside of Chinese jurisdiction?

By Patrick Sloyan, The Tibetpost

Dharamshala: A day of talks, presentations and lively discussion on Tibet, was held in Delhi on Wednesday.

"A Day for Tibet" was organised by the Delhi chapter of Students' for a Free Tibet (SFT) in collaboration with Miranda Foreign Student Association at Miranda House, Delhi University.

Coordinator of the event Rinzin Choedon, a student at Delhi University, said the event was designed to raise awareness of Tibet and the Tibetan plight. Choedon said that many students are unaware of the ethnicity's of many Tibetan students studying in Delhi, "they never realize the fact that we belong to [a] different nation - Tibet."

Events included a presentation by photo journalist and Tibetan supporter Vijay Kranti and Dr. Pratibha Jolly, Principal at Miranda House, who shared her views and knowledge regarding the current Indo-China relation. Following this, guests were treated to some traditional Tibetan food before viewing the documentary 'Tibet Will Be Free.'

The final presentation was given by SFT Delhi coordinator Tsering Tashi who spoke of his journey across the Himalayas at age 14 and on the self-immolations that have been occurring in Tibet. His speech shocked many.

Director of SFT Delhi, Rigzin Spalgon, said the event was a great success.

Dharamshala, India: Another young Tibetan has self-immolated in eastern Tibet to protest against Chinese repression, according to exclusive reports received by the Tibet Post.

Sobe, age 17, self-immolated around midday, Saturday 15th October, in Ngaba county, eastern Tibet. His conditioned is unknown.

This is the seventh self-immolation to occur in Ngaba since March.

Eight people in total have set themselves on fire inside Tibet to protest Chinese occupation and continued repression. The previous incident occurred just last Friday when Khaying, 18, and Choephel, 19, selfimmolated. Both lost their lives.

This latest immolation creates increasing urgency to address the situation in Tibet and Ngaba county in particular.

On Wednesday the exiled Tibetan

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Government called on the international community to urge the Chinese Government "to restore freedom and resolve the issue of Tibet ... for the mutual benefit of the Tibetan and Chinese people."

This latest news brings more grief to the Tibetan community already struggling to come to terms with the death of two young Tibetans that selfimmolated last Friday. Last night a candlelight vigil was held in the exiled Tibetan community of Dharamshala to remember them.

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Tibetans in exile carry a banner commerating self-immolations occuring in Tibet, 14th October 2011, Dharamshala, India. Photo: TPI/Sangay Dorjee

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