Dalai Lama's 90th Birthday Sparks Reflections on Tibet and Future Challenges
The article discusses how the Tibetan exile government, established by the Dalai Lama to preserve Tibetan culture and identity, is built on a democratic foundation that will be tested by his eventual succession and external pressures from China, India, and the US. Despite challenges like funding cuts and demographic shifts, the Tibetan community continues to uphold its traditions and political structure, emphasizing the importance of democracy in maintaining their identity and resistance.