The 7th Tibetan Buddhism Doctrinal Interpretation Seminar kicked off in Lhasa, the capital of the Xizang autonomous region, on Thursday, gathering more than 900 participants. [Photo by Palden Nyima/chinadaily.com.cn]

During the opening ceremony, Drubkhang Thubtan Khaidrub, president of the Xizang Buddhism University, stressed the importance of deeply reflecting on and exploring ways to uphold the fine traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.

He highlighted the necessity of adapting Tibetan Buddhist doctrines to contemporary developmental needs and aligning them with the system of socialism with Chinese characteristics.