Thekchen Chöling, Dharamsala, HP, India - His Holiness the Dalai Lama has this morning written to Anthony Albanese to congratulate him on his re-election as Prime Minister following his party’s victory in the Australian parliamentary elections.
“It has been a privilege for me to have been able to visit Australia several times over the years,” he wrote. “The friendship and affection that Australian brothers and sisters have shown me have touched me deeply. I have also been encouraged by their enthusiasm and interest in my efforts to promote the human values of loving kindness, compassion, a sense of oneness of humanity and closer inter-religious harmony.
“I take this opportunity to express my deep gratitude to the Australian government and its people for their interest in and support for the Tibetan people’s freedom and dignity.
“I wish you every success in meeting the challenges that lie ahead in fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the Australian people.”
His Holiness ended his letter by offering his prayers and good wishes.
