The present incarnation of the Panchen Lama is disputed. Numerous envoys including Geshe Sherab Gyatso and the Panchen Lama went to negotiate. The identity of the current, 11th Panchen Lama is controversial. The chieftain of Beri was reportedly incited by supporters of the 9th Panchen Lama. Ma Bufang allowed Kumbum Monastery to be totally self-governed by the Panchen Lama. Within a year the Panchen Lama had died. The 9th Panchen Lama traditionally ruled over one-third of Tibet. The "Great Fifth" also recognized Lobsang Yeshe, 5th Panchen Lama. And they can't keep their Panchen Lama in Tibet. The Panchen Lama traditionally lived in Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse. During his travels, he visited the 9th Panchen Lama. Similarly, the Eighth Dalai Lama recognised Palden Tenpai Nyima, 7th Panchen Lama. Ma cooperated with the Panchen Lama against the Dalai Lama's regime in Tibet. The Panchen Lama initially supported the Communist reform policies for Tibet. The Panchen Lama and Dalai Lama had many conflicts throughout Tibetan history.