Beijing has spoken loud and clear: the next reincarnation of the Dalai Lama will be in China, and approved by the Chinese Communist Party. Tibet, however, has been silent. "That's just the way it is," the monk told us. "That's the reality."

China has reacted to the announcement from the Dalai Lama that he will be reincarnated after his death and a successor will be appointed.

Tibet TVThe Dalai Lama on Wednesday (July 2) announced a clear succession plan after his death, ending speculation amongst millions over whether the centuries-old institution would end with him.Days before turning 90,