On May 26, radical elements concluded a four-day, 8th International Rangzen Conference in Australia. As a Tibetan in exile who cares deeply about Tibet’s future, I must express my views on why I oppose the independence route. It is not because I lack love for Tibetan culture, religion, and identity. On the contrary, it is precisely because of this profound love that I choose a more pragmatic, responsible path—one that is more likely to protect the future of the Tibetan people.