The Widening Gyre

Short Essays and Op-Eds by Martin Mills

Religious Policy and State Control in Tibet (Scottish Parliament Briefing Paper, 2010)

Since 1950, the government of the Peoples’ Republic of China has sought to control the majority Buddhist religion and its leadership in Tibet as a means to ensure the integration and security of Tibetan regions within China. The age of the present Dalai Lama and the question of a possible future re-incarnation brings these issues to the fore.

Martin Mills

2 days ago2 min read

Climate Change on the Third Pole: Causes, Processes and Consequences. (Scottish Parliament, 2021)

Report on the causes and long-term effects of climate change on the Tibetan Plateau.

Martin Mills

Jul 16, 20234 min read

Playing the Long Game? The Politics of Religious Revival in China and Tibet

Just as incoming international companies find the PRC a difficult and challenging place to work for any prolonged period, restrictions on re

Martin Mills

Aug 30, 20185 min read

Dividing the Third Pole: Beijing's Vision for the Tibetan Plateau

Over the last decade, the Tibetan Plateau has changed beyond recognition.

Martin Mills

Oct 5, 20176 min read

SOAS Panel Discussion – The Shugden Controversy & The 14th Dalai Lama (Full Video)

Friday, 15th August 2014. A public debate on the issue of Dorje Shukden hosted by Nathan Hill of the School of Oriental and African Studies.

Martin Mills

Aug 30, 20141 min read