The Dalai Lama’s book reveals that his successor will be born in the free world, firmly establishing the reincarnation outside China.

The Dalai Lama, who fled Tibet for India in 1959 after China’s invasion, has long advocated for the “Middle Way” approach—seeking greater autonomy for Tibet without pursuing full independence. Despite this moderate stance, China considers Tibet part of its territory and has labeled him a “separatist,” asserting its right to appoint his successor.

The Dalai Lama in his new book “Voice of the Voiceless” has for the first time clearly stated that he will reincarnate outside China or Tibet. He has stated in the book that he will be born in a free world to ensure that the institute of the Dalai Lama continues in its traditional role,

The Dalai Lama in his book 'Voice for the Voiceless' said that his successor will be born outside China in the ‘free world’. Beijing has come down heavily on his statements.

The Dalai Lama published a book that he says is a "framework for the future of Tibet", to guide compatriots in relations with Beijing after his death.

NEW DELHI: The Dalai Lama published a book on Tuesday which he says is a “framework for the future of Tibet”, to guide compatriots in relations with Beijing after his death.

The Buddhist leader, 89, has lived in exile in India since the Chinese army’s deadly crackdown on Tibetans in 1959.

In new book, Voice for the Voiceless, released in the UK and the US on March 11, Tibetan spiritual leader has said that his successor will be born in the ‘free world’, not China.

In his new book, Voice for the Voiceless, the exiled Tibetan Buddhist leader details his lifetime of futile negotiations with China and predicts his reincarnation will be found someday in the free world.