On the political front, we have always pursued the path of truth and justice in our struggle for the legitimate rights of the Tibetan people. We have never indulged in distortions, exaggerations and criticism of the Chinese people. Neither have we harboured any ill will towards them. Above all, we have always held to our position of truth and justice without siding with any of the international political power blocks.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker asserts that the Tibetan struggle is based on truth and justice without distorting facts or holding ill will towards the Chinese people. They remain independent of international power blocks.
- In plain terms
- The Tibetan struggle is based on truth and justice, not hatred or distortion.
- What can you take from it?
- Maintain integrity and avoid ill will in political struggles.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you maintain integrity in conflict?
- Why avoid siding with power blocks?
Another view
Being independent of power blocks can make gaining international support harder.
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