Press Release
Published: Friday, 14 March, 2008
I am deeply concerned over the situation that has
been developing in Tibet following peaceful protests in many parts of
Tibet, including Lhasa, in recent days. These protests are a
manifestation of the deep-rooted resentment of the Tibetan people under
the present governance.
As I have always said, unity and stability under
brute force is at best a temporary solution. It is unrealistic to
expect unity and stability under such a rule and would therefore not be
conducive to finding a peaceful and lasting solution.
I therefore appeal to the Chinese leadership to
stop using force and address the long-simmering resentment of the
Tibetan people through dialogue with the Tibetan people. I also
urge my fellow Tibetans not to resort to violence.
THE DALAI LAMA
Dated: March 14, 2008
Contacts: Chhime R. Chhoekyapa, Secretary Mobile + 91 (09816021879)
Tenzin Taklha, Joint
Secretary
Mobile + 91 (09816021813)
