From my understanding of karma and impermanence, I see HH’s statement is a new action of speech that creates a new course of effects. The historical relationship between Tibet and China used to be very close and healthy with emperors Like Kanxi embracing the Doctrine of Lama Tsongkapa. Then, things took a different turn in the 20th century as tension grew between the two nations that ended in bloodshed. Once again, the time for change has come and the recent actions of the Dalai Lama such as retiring from His political role and this statement are triggers to cause change.
The recent events related to the stance HH is taking on political matters related to China and Dorje Shugden reveals that the time for the ban to lift has come. The ban has served its purpose and those involved has let their karma run its course within the confines of a stimulated controversy. It is said that the effects of our karma must manifest, even the Buddha cannot protect us from our karma. However, what the blessing of the 3 Jewel can do is contain/confine the extent to which our negative karma will take its course. For example, if we have the karma to fall and break a leg, with the protection of the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha, we may just fracture our leg. Thus, perhaps it is inevitable that Tibetans’ collective karma is such that they will go through great suffering. So HH manufactured and monitors a situation whereby this karma can run its course and, as He got the ball rolling…He can also put an end to it.
Tibet has been a part of China for so many years, the generation of Tibetans who knew and view Tibet as an independent nation is dying. At the same time, a new generation of Tibetans with weaker attachment to the sentiment of an independent Tibet is arising because they grew up with the education that Tibet is a part of China. With this, the need for a Tibetan government becomes redundant causing the recent change of the TGIE’s role to an administration. With the above taking place (i.e. no more need for a government), the mix of politics and spirituality will naturally disappear. So, to let break the news gently to His people and to give them a chance of having a stable and peaceful life, HH is making this “friendly” statement for the Tibetans who are still plagued by vengeful thoughts, emotions and actions.
Lastly, as Michaela pointed out, I read in an article some years ago that the Chairman made sarcastic statements towards and about HH during HH’s visit to China. The great compassion of HH caused him to choose to look at the Chairman is a positive light. This reminds me of the 8 verses of mind transformation: When others out of jealousy mistreat me with abuse, slander and so on, I will practice accepting defeat and offering the victory to them.
