Buddhism: China's New Soft Power Front

Bloomberg Markets Friday 03 July 2026, 13:30 UTC 1 min read

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Jul 3rd, 2026 Buddhism: China's New Soft Power Front China is investing billions to shape the future of Buddhism. From temples and universities to the battle over the Dalai Lama's successor, Beijing is using faith as a tool of influence and fueling a growing soft power rivalry with India.

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