Ahead of Jaishankar's visit, China says Tibet-related issues 'thorn' in ties with India

Ahead of Jaishankar's visit to China for the SCO conclave, the Chinese embassy stated that Tibet-related issues, particularly the Dalai Lama's reincarnation, are a "thorn" in India-China relations and a "burden" for India. China insists the Dalai Lama's reincarnation is an internal matter, rejecting external interference. Jaishankar's visit follows recent efforts to repair bilateral ties after the 2020 border standoff.