Kalon Gyari Dolma Meets with Alexandre Callegaro from the German Embassy in New Delhi

Dharamshala: On the occasion of the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Alexandre Callegaro from the German Embassy in New Delhi met with Kalon Gyari Dolma to convey Germany’s greetings personally and express continued support for Tibetan religious freedom. His message echoed that of Thomas Rachel, Member of Parliament and the German Commissioner for Freedom of Religion or Belief, who publicly extended his wishes and gratitude to His Holiness for his lifelong dedication to dialogue and the preservation of cultural and religious freedoms.

2/2 Everyone has the right to freedom of religion or belief. Tibetan Buddhists must be allowed to freely practice their faith and to recognize the next Dalai Lama via traditional methods and without interference. Pressure or intimidation attempts are unacceptable! @DalaiLama

— Religions- u. Weltanschauungsfreiheitsbeauftragter (@ReligionBund) July 6, 2025

Alexandre Callegaro’s visit reaffirmed this message and Germany’s firm stance on upholding the Tibetan people’s right to determine the succession of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lam...