Gyaltsen Norbu
Gyaltsen Norbu is the Panchen Lama appointed by the Chinese government in 1995, shortly after the Dalai Lama identified another boy, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, as the 11th Panchen Lama. Norbu's legitimacy is widely disputed among Tibetans, who view him as a symbol of Beijing's attempts to control Tibetan Buddhism and assert political authority over the region. His appointment is part of China's strategy to ensure that religious figures align with its interests, particularly in relation to the sensitive issue of the Dalai Lama's succession.
Born on Feb 13, 1990 (35 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | 1 | 3.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 24,057 | $670,000 | 677$ |
| Totals | 1 | 23,816,775 | 24,057 | $670,000 | 677$ |
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Taiwan:
In 1995, Beijing appointed Gyaltsen Norbu as the 11th Panchen Lama, the second highest figure in Tibetan Buddhism.
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Canada:
In 1995, Beijing appointed Gyaltsen Norbu as the 11th Panchen Lama, the second highest figure in Tibetan Buddhism.
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Serbia:
Gyaltsen Norbu was chosen by the Chinese government as the 11th Panchen Lama, despite being rejected by the Tibetan community.
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Taiwan:
The Chinese government installed its own state-selected Panchen Lama, Gyaltsen Norbu.
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India:
Gyaltsen Norbu is seen by many Tibetans as the illegitimate Panchen Lama appointed by the Chinese government.
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