Thousands celebrated the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India, including monks, nuns, and international figures like Richard Gere. The Dalai Lama, who lives in exile, expressed gratitude for his life dedicated to others and announced his plan to reincarnate. His birthday marked a week of celebrations and addressed concerns over his succession, with China asserting its right to approve his replacement. World leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Modi and US Secretary of State Rubio, offered birthday wishes.

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