Great Regulars: This is a moment of great pride

to the 1.3 billion Chinese people. These Games should contribute to promoting the Olympic spirit of friendship, openness and peace.

I send my prayers and good wishes for the success of the event.

from Tenzin Gyatso: The Office of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama: Message by His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the Beijing Olympics

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