Quote by Dalai Lama

The Chinese government wants me to say that for many centuries Tibet has been part of China. Even if I make that statement, many people would just laugh. And my statement will not change past history. History is history.

The Chinese government wants me to say that for many centuri

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's belief that no matter what the Chinese government wants them to say, asserting that Tibet has been part of China for centuries would be met with skepticism. They acknowledge that their statement wouldn't alter historical facts and people's perceptions. It implies that regardless of political assertions, historical truths remain unchanged, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging the past as it truly was.

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