Tibet is a thorn in Beijing's side. A noble cause celebre headed by a guy the world just loves. The Dalai Lama arm wrestles with the Communists. The Party wants to control HHDL's reincarnation. The whole world's watching.
This piece is a good overview. To know the man is to laugh about PRC's arrogance while crying over the distraction.
Om mani padme hum.
