The Dalai Lama has become one of the world’s most recognizable figures while leading a Tibetan diaspora through their struggle for autonomy and opposition of China’s control of Tibet. He has not named a successor, but he says they will be born in the “free world” — outside China.

C hina has reacted to the announcement from the Dalai Lama that he will be reincarnated after his death and a successor will be appointed.

Tibet TVThe Dalai Lama on Wednesday (July 2) announced a clear succession plan after his death, ending speculation amongst millions over whether the centuries-old institution would end with him.Days before turning 90,