💨 Abstract

China suspended ties with Czech President Petr Pavel after he met with the Dalai Lama, whom China views as separatist. The meeting occurred during Pavel's private trip to India. China criticized the meeting as violating political commitments and harming its sovereignty. The Czech President's office hasn't responded to China's announcement, although the Czech presidency is largely ceremonial. The Dalai Lama has maintained Tibetan culture and identity in exile, unlike China's stance.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff