Central Tibetan Administration Condemns China’s Use of ‘Epstein Files’ to Tarnish His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Reputation

2 months ago

Dharamshala: State-run and affiliated media outlets in the People’s Republic of China have recently intensified their recurring smear campaigns against His Holiness the Dalai Lama following references to Him in the “Epstein Files.” These allegations, aimed at spreading misinformation and disinformation, were launched immediately after His Holiness received a Grammy Award on 1 February, seemingly to generate negative headlines and tarnish his reputation in the wake of global recognition.

The reports, widely circulated within China by parties with vested interests, continue to allege an unfounded connection between His Holiness and the “Epstein Files,” despite the official statement issued by the Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama on 8 February. The statement unequivocally affirmed that His Holiness has never met Jeffrey Epstein, nor authorised any meeting or interaction with Him by anyone acting on His behalf.

The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) issued a further

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