He explains to the Hindustan Times how a decision on whether there will be a next Dalai Lama or not will be taken.
China
Muslims Forced out of Jobs, in Xinjiang and Beyond
Uyghurs working outside Xinjiang forced to return home, Huis in Xinjiang – to their places of origin, facing questions of how to support families.
Underground Catholics in Jiangxi May Lose Their Churches
Authorities are harassing underground Catholic churches in the Diocese of Yujiang, intimidating believers into joining the Chinese Patriotic Catholic Association.
Anti-Muslim Repression Expands Outside Xinjiang
Using “terrorism” as an excuse, Beijing’s fight against Islamic religion reaches other western border regions.
Elderly Believers Suffer for Their Faith
House churches are forced to change locations to avoid being closed down by Chinese authorities, making the life of senior Christians extremely difficult.
Religious Books Banned and Destroyed by the State
New regulations are banning the sale of religious books, including the Bible, and churches and temples are threatened with the burning of scriptures.
Chinese Authorities Boycott Christmas
Churches have been ordered to get approvals to celebrate Christmas from multiple state institutions and people are forbidden from having Christmas decorations.
Underground Catholic Priest Arrested, Kept Under Surveillance
Government’s “patrol inspection team,” supervising religious affairs, has been stationed in Fuzhou city. Underground Catholic priests are the main targets.
Guangdong Christian Imprisoned After Years of Persecution
In three years, a member of the Church of Almighty God from Zhongshan city has been arrested twice for her belief; she was sentenced to six years in prison.
Authorities Cover up for Christian’s Attacker
After a man tried taking ownership of a Three-Self Church building in Henan Province’s Tongbai county, authorities do nothing except protect the aggressor.