I’m surprised this hasn’t gotten more attention, but South Africa barred the Dalai Lama from entering, lest it run afoul of China. It’s Almost Supernatural writes:
What a disgrace. Once again third world solidarity has trumped a foreign policy based on human rights, integrity and morality. It’s quite obvious that China has pressured South Africa into refusing to issue the visa. Again we have displayed our inability to take an independent stance on world affairs. We boast about doing just the opposite, about opposing America and speaking truth to power and all that other crap, but the truth is that in almost every UN vote we have blindly followed the stance of China and Russia.
He caps it off with a quote from Nelson Mandela.
I suppose it would be gratuitous to note that Chas Freeman undoubtedly would approve of South Africa’s actions.
Crossposted on Soccer Dad.
