[guard-of-terra]

The Chinese stance on Dalai Lama is kind of weird:

They kind of recognise him, he is free to travel, nontheless they pressure other people to not see him.

Seems like they can't explain what they're trying to do to themself.

[amyjess]

It's simple: they don't like him and wish he'd go away, but anything they could do to force him to go away would make him into a martyr, and he'd be even more a pain to them as a martyr than not.

[guard-of-terra]

The rest of the world stance on Dalai Lama is counterproductive too.

Chinese tell you: Do as we wish; or else. If you do as we tell you, nothing changes; otherwise, Things May Happen To You. (In this case, "don't meet Dalai Lama") And the world is happy to oblige. I mean, what will they demand next? As a person, I would never tolerate things like this from third party. You want me to behave how you like? Pay. Countries are just happy to give Chinese something for nothing. If barter will be in place, stakes will eventually rise, but as long as they get free service, no inflation for them!

Pope taking orders from communist party on the other side of the globe under "Or Else" threats is an especial pity. Where's your realm, Pope, in this world or in another one?

[danans]

Last I checked, he lives in exile outside of China. How would they have the ability to control his travel?

[ttflee]

Rumors say that Dalai Lama has been bargaining with Beijing for his returning home, but has not reached a deal yet, apparently.

[xiaq]

Obviously they are trying to marginalize him...

[tajen]

He travels the world giving speeches. I met him on a stage in Darling Harbour, Sydney, on a Saturday afternoon, while jogging.