... over the objections of China
(AP) - President Obama held a White House meeting today with the Dalai Lama, hours after China called on the US to rescind the invitation. The White House said that during the 45-minute private session, Obama reiterated his support for the protection of Tibetans' human rights in China, as well as the preservation of Tibet's religious, cultural, and linguistic traditions. In a nod to the criticism from Beijing, Obama also stressed that he considers a cooperative relationship between the US and China vital, and he restated US policy that it does not support Tibetan independence. More»
