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Archbishop of Durban says China diverting focus from rights abuse
Wednesday, 9 April 2008, 4:17 p.m.
Pretoria:Archbishop of Durban Wilfrid Cardinal Napier said Wednesday that Chinese authorities are trying to divert world attention from their violations of human rights perpetrated against the Tibetans by accusing His Holiness the Dalai Lama of being responsible for the action of the Tibetan people to throw off the shackles of oppression and abuse.
"It is a well-tested truism in any situation of war or conflict the first casualty is the truth," he said.
He said, it is clear that those responsible for the sad state of affairs have made false accusations against His Holiness the Dalai Lama when the peaceful protests spread across many parts of Tibet. His Holiness, by his personal life and charisma stands out as a beacon for hope for the repressed Tibetans, he added.
"We, who know and respect His Holiness the Dalai Lama know where the truth lies, and no amount of lying will change the truth that is a reflection of God's presence among his people, especially the poor and downtrodden," he said.
He offered his prayer for the protection of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and all those who struggle for peace and harmony especially using peaceful and non-aggressive means.
--Based on report filed by office of Tibet, Pretoria, South Africa
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