The Dalai Lama, 89, reassures followers about his health, predicting a lifespan of 110 years. Despite recent knee surgery, his recovery is progressing. Living in exile since 1959, he advocates for Tibetan autonomy. Amidst concerns over his succession, the spiritual leader's stance challenges China's influence on Tibetan Buddhism's future.
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